Barcelona Multimedia Postcard
Though Barcelona dates from the Roman times, it is today Spain's most modern, cosmopolitan city. A major Mediterranean port, home to Picasso's Museum, and avant-garde architecture, Barcelona represents the forward-looking spirit of Spain after the restrictive e days of Franco. Yet this forward thinking, has not led to the burial of the past. Barcelona has many historical sights including castles, churches and public buildings dating from the Roman period through the medieval period. It is also a city that preserves its traditions, with numerous grassroots festivities and carnivals revolving around the patron saint of the neighborhood. There are many city festivals that bring huge throngs out in to the street. One may say Barcelonans like to party. But history and modernity go hand in hand. Obviously a city that has over 10,000 works of Miro, and extensive collections of Picasso's, and architecture of Gaudi is at home in the future as it is in the in the past. Modern sculpture can be found everywhere, and contemporary artists are continuously pushing the boundaries, using new technology to create cutting edge art. This desire for self-expression is evident as well in the vitality and variety of the nightlife that is as rich and satisfying as anything available in Europe. From fine dining and classical concerts to discos to jazz, rock clubs, all-night bars Barcelona nightlife will satisfy the whims of any one who likes to party till dawn. But it is also a city for relaxation with many parks, beautiful beaches, and boating on the Mediterranean. You can relax as well, as you experience the vitality of this great city with your Barcelona MultiMedia Postcard.