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  Penelope the Sea is Yours Museu Marítim de Barcelona

  Inspired by the myth of Homer's epic poem The Odyssey, in which Penelope showed her ingenuity and patience in delaying the choice of a new husband, the Maritime Museum of Barcelona offers an exhibition called Penelope, the Sea is Yours, which presents the experiences and challenges of six women linked to the world of sailing. They are Abril Marfà, a promising eleven-year-old who is not afraid of challenges; Natalia Via-Dufresne, a sailor with a long history of victories; Nora García, a world champion in Nacra 15 who dreams of an Olympic title Maria Torrijo, the first woman in the world to hold the titles of judge, referee and international regatta official; Andrea Emone, sailor and aerospace engineer with the Alinghi Red Bull Racing Team; and Ana Pujol, a multiple champion in skate sailing regattas. The exhibition will include activities designed to introduce children to the world of sailing.

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  Adolf Fargnoli From Noucentisme to the avantgarde Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

  The Italian-born artist Adolf Fargnoli became a myth of Girona's Noucentista period, celebrated by critics, artists, and intellectuals. His wood carvings stood out for their magnificent chests with metal applications and silk-lined interiors. In 1932, fascinated by the aesthetics of Hollywood, he developed a line of women's jewelry that, unfortunately, was never realized. Now, thanks to this exhibition programmed by the National Art Museum of Catalonia, visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich history of this multifaceted artist.

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  Contemporary Route

  Barcelona is known throughout the world for its architecture. This is why the city didn't want to fall behind in the race to have some of the world's finest contemporary buildings. The names of today's great architects and artists are present in almost every city neighbourhood.

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  Picasso Route

  When the Malaga-born painter arrived in Barcelona he was only 14. The city offered him the art school, La Llotja, as well as the stunning light of the Mediterranean. Picasso donated a large number of his works to Barcelona which can be seen today at the city’s Museu Picasso.

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  Miró Route

  The Barcelona-born artist Joan Miró left the city a legacy and an imprint which can be glimpsed all over the city. Miró’s desire to investigate and explore new avenues of creativity splashes the colourful city of Barcelona with his characteristic colours and forms. He does so inside the Fundació Miró, but in the street as well.

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  Museums Exhibition centers

  Art, culture, science and entertainment come together in Barcelona's museums.

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  The Antic Hospital de la Santa Creu

  The former Hospital de la Santa Creu is one of the finest examples of Catalan civil-Gothic architecture. Building work began in 1401, with the purpose of bringing together Barcelona's six hospitals on one site.

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  The former factories of Can Ricart and Can Felipa

  The industrial architecture in Poblenou has been put to new uses adapted to the needs of today. Many of the old factories that people can find in Barcelona have been remodelled in order to house new activities. This is the case of Can Felipa and Can Ricart.

• La Farinera del Clot

  The former Farinera del Clot stands on one side of the Plaça de les Glòries, and its new facilities have been open since 1995. Long gone is the industrial past of an aesthetically elegant building which combines the characteristic elements of the original mill with contemporary structures.