There's nothing gaudy about Barcelona

Barcelona is an exciting international city whose name evokes the majesty of the works of the architect Antoni Gaudi, the 1992 Olympics, vibrant life nightlife and breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea.

The city overflows with rich history, culture and sheer joy and, has a wide range of landmarks and attractions, so don't be surprised if you fall head over heels in love with this place.

Barcelona is the second-largest city in Spain and is the capital of Catalonia, and almost three-quarters of the city's inhabitants are said to speak and read Catalan. The number of people of diverse nationalities who live in the city, among them about 16,000 Chinese, also attests to the city's international credentials.