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Catalonia Square Plaça Catalunya is widely considered to be the nerve centre of the city, since it has become like a meeting point for almost everybody. In Catalonia Square, do not miss the enormous quantity of pigeons, they will surprise you! The Canaletas Fountain The official meeting point of all Barcelona Football team supporters (Futbol Club Barcelona). Built during the 19th Century, it is probably the most famous fountain of Barcelona due to its relation to the celebration of its victories. As tradition states, if you drink water from it, you'll come back to Barcelona sooner or later! Human Statues Maybe one of the most meaningful and eye-catching things you can enjoy in Barcelona. Human Statues have become a symbol of the Ramblas, since there are a lot of people that try their luck by showing others their ability to stay still, just like a statue. And if you give them a coin, they will probably move! The Boqueria Market It's the most important and most beautiful market in Barcelona. It stands out thanks to its modern architecture, based on jonic columns, metal pillars and its stained glass-windows. In The Boqueria, with its more than 300 stands, you'll find the most amazing things you've ever seen! The Liceu Built in 1845, this theatre is considered one of the most prestigious theatres in the world, especially due to its operas, which are known worldwide. Plaza Real (Real Square) Situated on the left hand side of The Ramblas, it has become another important meeting point of the city. The square is full of restaurants and bars, where you can sit and have a drink. The two streetlamps in the middle were designed by Antoni Gaudí. The Erotic Museum This museum, dedicated to eroticism, won't stop surprising you. Here you'll find curious information about the theme, illustrated with pictures, objects and drawings. Wax Museum The Barcelona Wax Museum is a very entertaining museum which is located almost at the end of The Ramblas. In the museum you'll find more than 300 figures of historical and famous people made out of wax. At this point, you'll have reached the end of The Ramblas and you will probably have seen the most magical, surprisingly and original part of the city of Barcelona. Article Source: http://www.articlewheel.com
Marian Jubany is coauthor of travel guides worldwide. www.voyagerguide.com
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