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The construction of Basílica de la Sagrada Família started in 1882 and is still under way. Designed by the famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí, the building combines Gothic and curvilinear Art Nouveau elements. Its fantastic architecture makes the Basílica one of the most well-known sites in Barcelona, attracting 3 million visitors a year. All those crowds may make getting into the building a hard task. Come early, better before 9:00, to avoid waiting in the lines for too long!

Note that street sellers may work even later, but they usually offer overpriced, low-quality drinks. In some neighbourhoods (Raval, for instance), owners of minimarkets don’t trade alcohol for religious reasons. Start stockpiling all the necessities for a relaxing evening in advance!

The Torre Agbar, erected in 2005, has become an important element in Barcelona’s urban landscape. The bullet-shaped skyscraper is 145 metres tall, making it one of the highest structures in the city. This juggernaut looks impressive in daylight. However, it is even more stunning after the sunset, when over 4,500 lights illuminate the whole building. Don’t miss this sight!