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Conference will be held at:Located on the
northeastern Mediterranean coast of Spain, this city has a rich and diverse
history, with its roots dating back to Roman times. The fruitful medieval
period established Barcelona's position as the economic and political
centre of the Western Mediterranean. The city's Gothic Quarter bears
witness to the splendour enjoyed by the city from the 13th to the 15th
centuries.
The 20th century ushered in widespread urban renewal throughout Barcelona city,
culminating in its landmark Eixample district, which showcases some of
Barcelona's most distinctive Catalan art-nouveau, or modernista,
buildings. The Catalan Antoni Gaudí, one of the most eminent architects,
designed buildings such as La Pedrera, the Casa Batlló and the Sagrada Família
church, which have become world-famous landmarks.
In 1992, Barcelona gained international recognition by hosting the Olympic
games which brought about a massive upturn in its tourism industry. For
visitors, this has translated into the very modern, yet incredibly old city you
see now in the 21st century, where new elements work to both preserve and celebrate
both the city’s heritage and origins.
Barcelona is plenty of outdoor markets, restaurants, shops, museums, and
churches. The city is also very walkable, with an extensive and reliable Metro
system for more far-flung destinations.
For a complete overview, see wikitravel.org or
visit barcelonaturisme.com.