Old Quarter in Barcelona. Gothic Quarter in Barcelona: Attractions, Facts, History

10.02.2020

If you want to penetrate the true spirit of Barcelona, \u200b\u200bsee her heart itself, then you should visit - the real gallery of architectural art monuments.

The entrance to the quarter is on the square CataloniaThe quarter passes through La Rambla and reaches Via Laetan Avenue.

The development of the gothic quarter, as in most medieval cities, was heatically, which made it possible to make the cities of impregnable for the enemy, but on curves of winding streets it was possible and lost.

Now, it does not face visitors: the entry of transport to the quarter is strictly limited or prohibited, and the pointers, and just passersby, the locals will always prompt the right road.

Most buildings on the streets of the Gothic Quarter belong to the fourteenth-fifteenth centuries, although there are both early, another Roman period, and later, relating to times close to modern.

Heart Barry Gothikhow otherwise they call the quarter, undoubtedly, is Barcelona Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Elappia.

History tells us about the patroness of Barcelona - Saint Elapiawhich was only thirteen years when she died from the hands of pagans. In one of the chapels of this cathedral with an impressive gothic facade, thirteen white geese inhabit - in the number of years of the Velikomi.

Each building in the Gothic Quarter has its ancient, unique story.

It will take a lot of time to get acquainted with them all, but even when a quick inspection, the quarter leaves unforgettable impression. This is untouched a piece of history, miraculously survived in the center of the modern city.

In Barcelona, \u200b\u200bthere are many buildings related to the Gothic period, but in the quarter they are all standing in amazing harmony and create a wonderful composition like not to see anymore in any European city.

In the Gothic Quarter, it is necessary to visit the Royal Palace, the House of Canonikov, the House of the Archidiacon, the Basilica of La Merce, to walk along the Royal Square and St. Jacob Square, go to the Church of Santa Maria del Pi.

Many talented and famous people put her hand to create the Gothic Quarter, which it is represented now in front of us. Among them - Pablo Picasso, Frederick Mares, Luis Homs, Antonio Gaudi, Zhuzep Puch and-Cadafalk.

Royal Palace Palau Reial Major. Built in Romanesque and Gothic styles in the 11th century King Pedro piping. And from 13 to 15th century there was a residence of the counts of Barcelona, \u200b\u200band later the kings of Aragon.

In the stunning sizes, the throne hall of King Ferdinand Aragon and Queen Isabella took Christopher Columbus, who returned from the swimming "to India". Here were the meetings of the Tribunals of the Holy Inquisition.

To architectural complex Placa del Rei.Where the Royal Palace includes, also includes a watch tower built by the Marty king in 1555. and standing on the remnants of the Ancient Roman wall of the chapel of St. Agatha 14th century, known for another one of the masterpieces of medieval gothic art - Purpose contest.

Beautiful medieval building of the 11th century, the Canon's House stands on the only one, who survived after repeated rearrangements, ancient Roman foundation.

It was built for a alpine with free dinners for beggars, but in 1450. Transferred to the clergy of the city cathedral.

One of the facades of the building is located on the street Carrer Paradis, at the end of which, inside a medieval small courtyard, the four columns of the Corinthian Order, who once belonged to the Temple of August, built in approximately 1 century BC.

Another famous structure Plaza Nova - Casa de l'Ardiaca - House of Archjacon Louis Despl. The ancient Roman wall has become its back facade, and one of the Roman towers is included in Casa del Ardiaca.

Building the building is dated to the beginning of the second millennium, repeatedly rebuilt in various styles and now includes gothic, and renaissance elements.

Especially a lot of renaissance in the inner patio with the fountain and the upper terrace, built in the 14th century. And in 1895 At the request, which was at the time in Casa de L'Ardiaca, the board of lawyers on the main facade was added by the mailbox in the modernist style. It is depicted as symbols of independence of justice three swallows and a symbol of bureaucracy and wires - turtle. Now in this building a city archive.

Central Square ensemble of the Gothic Quarter Plaza de San Jaime It is considered the most surviving medieval part.

Square San Zhauma Located on the spot where the two main roads of the Roman settlement of Barsino were crossing over.

At Plaza de San Jaime is the building of the Catalonia Government. Opposite him is the Town Hall with a facade in the style of neoclassicism, where the Barcelona mayor's office works.

Here on the first floor in the office of information for tourists you can get a free map of the city or get information on the question of interest.

Visit the palace of the Genelitata, can admire his interiors in the morning in the second and fourth entrance days of each month and September 11 or September 24, as well as on April 22.

Pay attention to the medieval chapel of San Zhordi, the bell tower, erected in the 16th century and a cute orange courtyard.

Working hours

Visit the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Evlapia on weekdays from 8.00 to 12.45, and in the evening from 17.15 to 19.30 local time. On weekends, the Cathedral is open from 8.00 to 13.45 and from 17.15 to 20.00.
Outside, the cathedral can be viewed free at any time of the day.
The working time of the Royal Palace is from Monday to Saturday from 10.00 to 14.00, and in the evening from 16.00 to 20.00. On Sunday, the palace works from 10.00 to 15.00.
Inside the very Barcelona City Hall, you can get on any sunday from 10.00 to 13.00

You can get to the cathedral on the subway (4th line).

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The quarter takes the beginning on Catalonia Square and ends, resting in Prospect Via Laetan. Once in this place, the Romans founded the settlement under italian title Barsino, it was around all sides surrounded by a stone wall of 2 meters thick. Now there is a street on the site of that wall. Barsino was populated by Roman warriors. The oldest house, preserved to our times, was built in the twelfth century. He witnessed the strongest earthquake that occurred in the city in the fourteenth century.

The Gothic Quarter became so called at the beginning of the twentieth century, thanks to the unique group of buildings in the style of gothic, built in the XIV - XV centuries. The Gothic Quarter is considered as a sample of the construction of the cities of the Middle Ages, many little streets that teet it along and across, very narrow.

The general view of the quarter is a mixture of three styles, namely architecture of the Roman Empire, medieval Gothic and Modern style. This eclecticism makes admire the Gothic Quarter of numerous tourists from all over the world.

Cathedral

The brightest landmark is also called the cathedral.

Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Elalia (Chris Parker / Flickr.com)

This cathedral is an architectural masterpiece of the Middle Ages. It has a very beautiful facade in the Gothic style. The cathedral began to build in the thirteenth century, and built over several centuries. The trim of the facade was completed only by the end of the XIX century.

Dedicated to the Cathedral of the girl who lived in the fourteenth century. She was tortured by the Inquisition and died as a result of cruel torture for their faith. The girl died at the thirteen age, this is explained by the tradition, supported and nowadays - in the chapel of the cathedral are thirteen whisiele geese, symbolizing the meekness of the Evlalia, who took the death of the Inquisitors. Elaria is a patronage of the city of Barcelona.

Square Plaza Nova.

The new area with which the Gothic Quarter begins is founded in 1335. In the past, at this place was the city gate. Dilapidated ancient Roman walls, two Roman towers in four floors, which in due time carried a protective function, guarded the settlement from enemies until the XVIII century.

Episcopal Palace

At Plaza Nova, there is an episcopal palace, erected during the Baroque times, with a beautiful facade. The building was built on the Roman foundation, it contrasts with the house in which the college of architects is located. The project of the building did Pablo Picasso, the facade of the house is made in the style of modern in white.

House of Archidiacon

The next masterpiece on the new area appears the house of the archchikon. This house shares the new area and the cathedral. There was a church diocese from the twelfth century. The house was subjected to reconstruction twice, as a result of which was connected to the neighboring structure. In this building, there were also three styles in architecture. Now in the house of the archchyakon there is a repository of the archive of the city of Barcelona.

Area - Plaza de Saint-Zhaum

One more square - Plaza de Saint-Zhauma was in the times of the Roman Empire the center of the life of the citizens, there were all the most significant events of the city. With a new square it connects Carrere del Bisba. At the square there are an old mayor's office and other premises of the administration.

Gothic Quarter, Barcelona (Ivan Mlinaric / Flickr.com)

Two buildings are interconnected by the Gothic bridge in 1926, embodied by architect Johan Rubyo. On the whole way of the mayor's office, we see traces of different styles. From the inside the mayor's office is purely gothic. Hall of a hundred, gallery, courtyard - all these facilities are created during the Middle Ages. Next to Plaza de Saint-Zhauma you will see the ruins of the temple dedicated to August of the I century.

Royal Palace

The Royal Palace is the main attraction of the Quarter, it is located at Plaza del Rey, the most famous and old square of the Gothic Quarter. This building is a real masterpiece of Gothic.

Big Royal Palace, Barcelona (Jeremy / Flickr.com)

Many events in Barcelona associated with this area. Here Christopher Columbus was adopted by the Royal Cepe Fernanisto and Isabella after his return from the journey, which was revealed by America. The Royal Palace was the residence of the Spanish kings for two centuries, from the thirteenth to the fifteenth.

Historical museum building

At Plaza del Rey there is another old city building, which is admired by tourists, is the building of the Historical Museum. The museum is located in the house, erected in the fifteenth century. The main exhibit of the museum is the palace with the throne room, built in the fourteenth century and being a masterpiece of Catalan Gothic. There were meetings of the His Holiness Tribunal during the Inquisition times. Very interesting place of excavations in the museum, it is under the square and exposes monuments found by archaeologists.

Old Jewish Quarter El Call

The Gothic Quarter hides in itself a lot of secrets, beyond the human eye. One of these secrets Old Jewish Call Quarter. The Jews lived here until the XV century, but during the Tourkemads, they were expelled from Catalonia. Exile was preceded by defeats and pogroms, from which the Jews were saved with the help of underground strokes, built specifically for this. Nowadays, excursions are held here. Tourists can get acquainted with the life of the Jews of the time, the history of the Jewish quarter in the Cal. Information Center.

The Gothic Quarter refers to the main attractions of Barcelona, \u200b\u200bwhich is advisable to visit all tourists. The opportunity to get into the past, feel the medieval atmosphere, to get acquainted with the stories of the city will leave in your soul a deep track for many years.

The Gothic Quarter struck me from the first step with its atmosphere of mystery and monumentality. It seems that every house attached in this place has its own secrets. And whether he will tell you, depends on much. I suggest today to go on a tour of the Gothic Quarter and inspect the main attractions.

You just imagine raw dark streets, which barely penetrate sunlight. There are no cars, and people in earlier morning meet infrequently. Unlike the rest of the tourist Barcelona in the area quite quiet and even terribly. Especially if you come here at a time when shops on the first floors of buildings will be closed.

In this case, instead of the decking showcases of boutiques, you will be waiting for graffiti. What awaits you around the turn? Whose shadow is on the building? When you walk in this place alone, they are involuntarily asked a lot of questions. Lovers rinse their nerves, go here at night. I have never decided on such a bold act. This area has its own magic, a lot of legends are difficult for him.

The Gothic quarter in Catalan sounds like El Gotic or Barri Gotico, and in Spanish Bario Gotico. His story begins at the time of the Roman Empire. Over 2000 thousand years ago, a small settlement of Barsino (Barcino) was located in this place, in which the Roman warriors had retired. From this name and takes her name Barcelona. With the collapse of the Roman Empire, the settlement has declined. And only in the Middle Ages, when Catalonia became part of the Kingdom of Aragon, new buildings preserved to our time appeared on this place. Most quarter buildings refer to 14-15 centuries, although some and ancient Roman objects have been preserved. He received its name only at the beginning of the 20th century due to the preserved architecture in the Gothic style.

Attractions and photos of the Gothic Quarter

Any tourist going to the Gothic Quarter is wondering what you can see in it. By the number of interesting objects Barri Gotico will give odds to everyone else. There are many churches, squares and museums. We started our walk around the Gothic Quarter by Via Laietana Street.

Cathedral Square (PLA de La Seu)

Most quarter inspection excursions begin with quite lively Cathedral Square. She is rich not only on tourists, but also on architectural objects. Pay attention to the House of Mercy (Casa de La Almonina), which was created to help the poor. Currently, the building consists of two buildings. The first was created about 1435 in the Gothic style. It can be found in a duplex roof, the door with a semicircular arch and the sculpture of the Evlalia. The second part of the object with galleries and columns upstairs was erected in 1546 in the spirit of revival.

Since 1982, the Episcopal Museum (Museu Diosea) settled in this building. Paschestch immediately attracts an unusual massive door of the museum. Her author is Catalan sculptor Joseph Platar. The main exposition of the museum is an extensive collection of religious orientation. On the top floor there is an exhibition dedicated to Antonio Gaudi. During the year, various thematic exhibitions can be held in museums.

Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Elalia (La Catedral De La Santa Cruz Y Santa Eulalia)

But the most important attraction of the Cathedral Square, and, perhaps, the entire Gothic Quarter is the Cathedral of Barcelona. His second name is the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Holy Evlalia. It is affected by its dimensions: the height is about 70 meters, length is 93 meters, width 40. In my opinion, this is one of the large-scale and memorable objects in Barcelona. By the way, in contrast to the advertised Sagrada of the surname in this cathedral there is a residence of the Archbishop. Its construction belongs to the 13th century, in the future the cathedral has not been reconstructed and was refined. He was erected in honor of the Great Martyr of the Evlampia, who died from the hands of the pagans. In memory of the thirteenthyle girl in the courtyard of the building 13 geese live.

The cathedral attracts tourists with its scale. So I was not kept and photographed next to him.

Opposite the cathedral of the Cathedral in the square there is a large-scale photomosyka of the Catalan photochomodnik Zhuan Fontcuberta (Joan Fontcuberta). It is called El Mundo Nace En Cada Beso (Cat. El Mon Neix En Cada Besada), which means "The world is born with each kisses." A photomosyka consists of little photos with happy moments donated by citizens. Together they form a picture of a kiss.

New Square (Plaça Nova)

Cathedral Square is closely bordered by a new square (Placa Nova). Despite its name - this is one of the oldest squares of the city. In this place there were once a bishop gate, which in the 3rd century served the main entrance to the city. Until now, two cylindrical towers are preserved, framing them. They are adjacent to a piece of the Roman wall. Due to the fact that it is not very well preserved, the Catalans completed it to the initial height.

In ancient times, the new area served to supply water in the city. For this purpose, an aqueduct was erected on it, the remains of which can be seen so far. Directly opposite it accommodated the work of the artist Joan Chast - Barcino. Here, indeed, a unique place in which elements of the ancient Roman civilization are adjacent to contemporary art.

Barcino inscription, which I photographed on the reverse side

Archjacon House (Casa Del Ardiaca)

One of the famous buildings on Nova Square is the archician house. Its back is the rest of the ancient Roman wall, and it was built on an ancient Roman foundation.

The building was repeatedly rebuilt, and today in its image you can find both traces of the Gothic style and the Renaissance. The last reconstruction turned out to be so large-scale that the object connected with the neighboring Episcopal Palace in single ensemble. You can find out the house of the archchiakon among other objects by pink tiles and cypresses at the facade. If desired, you can look into the patio, decorated with tiles and fountain. Once this building occupied the archchyacon, and at present it is fully occupied by the city archive of Barcelona.

On the wall of the house of the archician, you can see the mailbox in the medieval style. It was installed in 1895, a few years later, Architect Domenik-I-Montainner decorated it with a bas-relief. It depicts three swallows, a symbol of freedom and justice, and a turtle, a symbol of bureaucracy.

Episcopal Palace (Palau Episcopal de Barcelona)

The architecture of the Palace is a real mix of styles from Gothic to Renaissance. Baroque facade, beautiful vaults, patio with a terrace, a small fountain and palace windows are truly striking the imagination of visitors. In it, each element is in its place and is of interest to tourists. For example, according to the stories of local residents, Gargoles on the roof of the palace during the rain are emitting sinister hissing sounds. Now in the building there is a museum, entrance to which is free.

Church of St. Philip Nery (Església de Sant Felip Neri)

Almost not far from the Episcopal Palace stands the church of St. Philip Nery. She was erected in the Baroque style in the middle of the 18th century. On her facade, traces of bullets and shrapnels remaining here since Civil War 30s.

Jewish Quarter (Carrer Del Call)

The street Carrer Del Call will lead you to the Jewish quarter of El Call, where until the 15th century lived exclusively by Jews. Permanent pogroms from the rulers of Catalonia forced them to leave their territory. Some homes still have secret hidden doors and underground moves, for which the Jews hid during the fields. Currently, there are many antique and buccinistic shops in the area. You can learn more about the history of the quarter in the Call Information Center (Center D`interPretacio Del Call).

Tell about the history of the residence of the Jewish people in Barcelona and in the building of the synagogue, which is now used mainly as a museum. Of particular value in it represents the Torah scroll. Unfortunately, there is little left from the old building, it has completed it for several centuries and rebuilt.

Building House (Casa del Canonjes)

If you move along the street Carrer Del Bisbe, you can on the right you can meet the canonik building (Casa del Canonjes). It is a large-scale constructions in the Gothic style with the wrong layout. Initially, it was planned for the allest, the locations of dinners for urban beggars, but in 1450 the object was transferred to the canonics (clergy) of the city cathedral. Now the building serves as a residence of the President of Catalonia. If approaching the building, you will see the raised flag of Catalonia, then the president of the house.

Bridge of Sighs (Pont Del Bisbe)

The indoor bridge, converted across the street from the Canonik's house to the Government Palace, connects two buildings with each other. Sometimes this gothic gallery is called Barcelona bridge of sigh or lace bridge. It was installed in the 20s of the 20th century by architects Johan Rubio and Bellver.

If we go a little forward to the small area of \u200b\u200bPlaca de Garriga I Bachs, then the side wall of the Church of St. Severius can see the monument to the heroes of 1809 (El Monument Als Herois Del 1809). In the people, it is also called the monument of independence martyrs. It was built in 1941 by the sculptors of José Lemon (who worked on a bronze sculpture) and Visante Navarroy (alabaster relief), as well as architect Pedro Benavent.

Saint Jacob Square (Placa de Sant Jaume)

The political activity of Barcelona is concentrated on the Sant Zhum Square from ancient times. Once here was the Roman Forum. Also on it was the temple of August (Temple Roma d'August), built in honor of the emperor Rome Octavian Augustus in the 1st century of our era. Close to the building of the Catalan excursion center (Center Excursionista de Catalunya), which hides four columns in his vaults, preserved from the temple of Augustus. It is quite difficult to see them, because they literally threw into the walls.

Currently, several administrative buildings are located on St. Jacob's Square: City Hall (City Hall) and the Palace of the Government of Catalonia. Both buildings are built in the Middle Ages in the Gothic style. Traditional holidays and events are held on San Zhum Square.

City Hall (city house) Barcelona (Casa de La Ciutat de Barselona)

In the city hall of the city, referred to as the town hall, since 1372, firmly settled local authorities cities. True, at the time, they were called the "Council of Story". It included the most authoritative inhabitants of the city. Initially, the building was elevated in the Gothic style under the leadership of the architect renob. But subsequent reconstructions significantly reflected on his appearance. From gothic in this building, only windows and portals remained. The main entrance to the municipality is marked with a relief arch, decorated with the image of Archangel Rafail and coat of arms of Catalonia and Barcelona. On the facade of the building in Nicha, two monuments were located: the King Zhaumay I formed in the 13th century a new branch of Barcelona - the city council, and the Fioveliere, who sought in the 16th century the court Spanish aristocracy as needed to pay taxes. On the first floor of the city hall there is one of the tourist offices, where you can get a map of the city for free and get an answer to the question of interest.

Palace of the Government of Catalonia (Palau de la Generalitat)

Near the city mayor is located the Palace of the Government of Catalonia. Already many centuries building serves as a meeting place at the Catalonia Parliament. The oldest part of the object was erected in 1403. In subsequent years, the building has repeatedly completed. In 1416, a service facade of the building was completed, made in the Gothic style architect Mark Safon. At the end of the 16th century, the main facade of the Renaissance building was issued on the architect project. Above the main entrance is the sculpture of the patron of Catalonia - St. George, who defeats the dragons. The inner decoration of the palace is gilded stucco, sculptural compositions and pictures with the image of the Catalan kings. It is worth looking into the patio with orange trees.

To the right of the Palace at Plaça Sant Jaume, 5 is a funny house (this is Foto-Cine photomagazine). It is interesting that the higher the floor, the more its windows narrow.

Big Royal Palace (Palau Reial Major)

Big Royal Palace Barcelona served as a residence at first Barcelona graphs, and then Kings Aragon. It is built in the Gothic style. Palace complex includes three main buildings:

Tinnel Hall (Saló Del Tinell.)
Chapel of St. Agatha (Capella Palatina de Santa Àgata)
Palace of the governor (Palau del lloctinent)

Tinnel Hall was built in 1362 by the decree of King Peter IV. It is believed that in this room in 1493, Isabella and Ferdinand solemnly welcomed Columbus after his return from the journey. In the future, the hall was used for the court during the Inquisition. The convicts were executed right in front of the building on the square.

The chapel of St. Agatha was built in 1302 at King Yakov II. She is famous for the Altar of Connyabl Portuguese "(XV century) and its stained glass windows. It contains a picture of the "Worship of Walking" of one of the most talented Catalan artists Zhaum Yugeta.

The governor's palace was erected in 1549 by order of King Charles V. One of his architectural elements is the square tower of the King Martin ( Mirador Del Rei Martí), which offers a magnificent view of the square. Now here is kept archive of the Aragonian royal dynasty

Royal Square (Placa Reial)

Unlike the Middle Ages Square of St. Jacob, the Royal Square appeared in the city in the 19th century on the site of the burnt monastery. This is one of the few objects that are not related to the Gothic style. Buildings on the square are built in the spirit of neoclassicism with arches. In the center of the square there is an elegant fountain called "Three Graces".

Decorate the area of \u200b\u200bthe original lights created by the Gaudi project. Royal Square looks luxurious and aristocratic. In this place there always lived influential people. Now, of course, the public here is going to be more democratic, but the atmosphere of sophistication did not leave it so far. It is always very busy here. Bars and restaurants are not closed to late night. On Wednesdays and Saturdays, the market works on it.

King Square (Placa del Rei)

Another square with the royal name is the King Square (Placa del Rei). Do not confuse it with the Royal Square (Placa Reial). Plaza del Rey is a magnificent ensemble of medieval palaces. This is a rather secluded place, there are few people here. If you want silence and tranquility, you can go here. Sit in the nearest cafe or just on the steps of medieval buildings. The last king of the Catalan dynasty wanted noise from nearby markets, so the order to build an order to the palace, which serves as a place for knightly tournaments.

Square received his fame due to the fact that on her King Ferdinand took the returned from his first seamanna to America Columbus. All buildings on the square are built in the Gothic style. One of the monumental objects on the square is the Royal Palace who served as the residence of County Counts in 13-15th centuries. Another object of interest is the tower of Martin's king, formerly a sentiment with five tiers of semicircular arches.

Ramon Berneger Great Square (Plaça de Ramon Berenguer El Gran)

Next to the King's Square and a large royal palace there is another square with a majestic name - Ramon Berneger Square of the Great. She is named after Count Barcelona. He is also dedicated to the equestrian sculpture of the author Josep Llimona. The monument overlooks the Roman wall of the 4th century of our era and the Gothic Church of Saint Agatha. It turns out that Roman and medieval Barcelona are found in this place.

Basilica La Mare De De de De La Merce)

Basilica La Merce is different here to the Church of Our Lady of Mercy. Interesting the history of this shrine. It is believed that in 1637 she took the plague epidemic from the city. Basilica was built on the site of the destroyed temple of Mikhail. The project architect spoke Josep wt. The main relic of the object is the image of the Mother Charity in the form of wooden sculpture. Every year in September in Barcelona is a holiday in her honor.

Church of Santa Maria del Pi (Basilica Santa Maria Del Pi)

The Gothic Church of Santa Maria Del Pi is located on Placa Del Pi, Pine Square. Folding up from the narrow streets of the Gothic quarter to this area, you get into a charming place with your atmosphere. PI is an overpire "Pine" (pine). Many centuries this tree was a symbol and decoration of Placa del Pi. The church in the 14th century was erected. During its existence, she experienced several earthquakes and reconstructions and is now in good condition. You can find it on a huge Gothic rose above the entrance and two eight-marginal towers. Together with neighboring buildings, this temple forms a single ensemble of Placa Del Pi.

Next to the pine area, another cozy medieval area of \u200b\u200bSan Josep Oriol (Plaça de Sant Josep Oriol) is located. It is pleasant to sit here in a cafe and take a break from walking around the city.

Basilica of Saints Yustus and Pastora (Iglesia des Santos Just Y Pastor)

The Church of Sant Zhust and Pastor was built in the 9th century by decree of the King of Louis of Pious. The main changes in the building were conducted from 1342 to 1574, during which new facades and bell tower were installed in the Gothic style. From the 13th century, the church received an exceptional right to indulgence, which is valid today. Up to the 15th century, the Basilica of Saints Yustus and Pastor was the parish Church of the Royal Family. The church is consecrated in honor of the two holy martyrs, Ystusa and Pastor. At the beginning of the 14th century, they were subjected to torture for the confession of the Christian faith, and then beheaded.

At the main facade of the building, she was decorated with a sculpture of the Mother of Mont Serat or Black Madonna. On the sides of it, the monuments of the Saints of Justa and Pastor are located. Under sculptures on Timpan, you can read the Latin inscription: UNA ES CUM PUERIS JUSTO ET PASTORE BEATIS / VIRGO NIGRA ET PULCHRA, NOSTRA PATRONA PIA ("Together with blissful extensions of Ustus and Pastrome / Black and beautiful Virgo, you are our holy patron")

Capelles with relief images are placed inside the church, and the castle stones are painted with paintings from the life of the Virgin. In the chapel of St. Felix, the altar of passions was preserved, in which the image of the Saint, depicted by the Portuguese artist of the XVI century Pedro Nunese, thanks to huge stained-glass windows, the interior of the church is painted in different colors.

If you go ahead a little, then on the street Baixada del caçador offers a beautiful view of an interesting house in the Moorish stele with a decoration of a blue-white tiled roof. The inscriptions of famous Latin sayings are displayed on the tiles: SOL LUCET OMNIBUS. ("The sun shines for everyone"), Labor Omnia Vincit. ("Labor wins"), Nihil. prius Fide (Loyalty above all ") ARS LONGA, VITA BREVIS("Art is forever, the life of shortness"), etc.

Church of St. Anne in Barcelona (Parròquia de Santa Ana)

In the removal from the main attractions of the Gothic Quarter, a small Romano Gothic Church of St. Anne was attached. She is one of the oldest churches of Barcelona and the national monument to architects. Painting object add trees.

Church of St. James

Initially, this church was built in the style of gothic on San Juma Square. But later the building itself was demolished, and the church moved in the premises of the Church of the Holy Trinity. Most of the altars and icons disappeared during the Civil War. From the original church of the 14th century, almost nothing remains here.

Barcelona History Museum (Museu d'Història de Barcelona, \u200b\u200bMuhba)

The Barcelona History Museum is located in a medieval building embedded in Roman walls. During the board of the Aragonian dynasty, the building served as the royal residence. The museum's exposition presents objects and life found on the territory of the Old Town. They show how the city has developed from ancient times. But the most curious is in the Museum basement. There you can see the ruins of the ancient Roman buildings of Barsino and the Westgoth Temple standing here. The museum was opened in 1943.

Museum Frederick Maresa

Another popular Museum of the Gothic Quarter - Museum Frederick Mares. It is also called the "Sentimental Museum". It is dedicated to the life and creativity of the famous sculptor and traveler, whose name is called the Museum. He collects various exhibits from around the world. For example, in the museum you can see the ritual figures used during sacrifices, Different kinds keys, canes and sewing machines. The museum's exhibits are sufficiently diverse. People interested in art, the museum will have to taste.

Gallery Villa De Arte

In the very heart of Barri Gotic, you can not only be transferred to the historic past, but also enjoy modern art. In the gallery Villa de Arte, and sometimes unusual sculptures and paintings of modern authors are put on the street nearby.

Museum of motorcycles

Barcelona occupies one of the leading places in Europe by the number of motorcycles per capita, so it is not surprising that it is in this city that a museum dedicated to this type of transport is open. In this museum, you can trace the history of the development of motorcycles in Catalonia. On the permanent exposition, models of various brands from ancient models to modern exhibits are presented. Also in the museum periodically pass temporary exhibitions.
Royal Art Circle Barcelona (Reial Cercle Artistic De Barcelona)

In the building of the Royal Artistic Mug of Barcelona (Reial Cercle Artistic de Barcelona), you can familiarize yourself with a small, but interesting exhibition of little-known sculptures and sketches of the ingenious Salvador Dali.

Museum of ancient shoes

In this museum, you can trace the story of shoemakers. Among the interesting exhibits are shoes of famous Spaniards and boots made to Columbus. In addition to contemplating shoes, you can learn its manufacturing technologies.

Vintage boutique L'Arcadel'avia

Many tourists enter this boutique as a free museum of textile fashion. It was in this place that the clothes for the films "Titanic" were sewed, "Vika. Kristina. Barcelona "," Perfume ".

Confectionery caylum

I wanted sweet - look into the pastry shop Caelum. It is located in a medieval room that served ritual baths in the residents of the Jewish Quarter. Now they sell pastries and sweets cooked by the ministers of the monastery.

Restaurant 4 Cat (ELS 4 Gats)

Despite the fact that there are many cafes and restaurants in the Gothic Quarter, pay attention to the restaurant four cats. He is known not so much with his kitchen, how many historical roots. He was opened in 1897 by the artist-modernist Pere Romeo. The prototype was served by the popular French cabaret Black Cat. After opening, the restaurant quickly gained fame. His regulars were Pablo Picasso, Antonio Gaudi and Sadovador Dali. In the original form, the restaurant is not preserved to our time, but still it transmits the atmosphere of that time.

After sightseeing, you can go shopping. On the main Avenida Del Portal Del Angel quarter, many famous network stores are represented. And if you roll down a little deep, you can find small creative boutiques of local designers.

And on the last few more photos that are not included in the main selection. Gothic quarter I remember my graffiti. I think you have already noticed them in some photos.

On the way, we met cyclists. If you have little time, it seems to me that this is a great way to get acquainted with Barri Gotic.

I was not kept and looked into one of the outdoor doors. What are the narrow stairs here.

The Gothic Quarter is primarily architecture and medieval houses.

Hotels in Gothic Quarter

You can not only walk around the Gothic Quarter, but also to stay in it during a trip to Barcelona. Living in ancient building you can better feel the flavor of medieval time. The advantage of this area in its location. From it, you can get to the main attractions of the city. Here you can find hotels of a different star and a different price segment - from expensive five-star to cheap hostels. Choose the hotel to taste on the map of hotels below. Simply change the price range in the lower corner and only suitable options will remain. Card Clichabile, you can go to the hotel's booking site and see description.

Helpful information

Time visits

You can visit the Gothic Quarter at any time around the clock. There are no obstacles or fences. People still live in some homes, in some - there are hotels.

Cost

For a walk through Barri Gotico financial resources Do not need. You can admire the medieval architecture can be completely free.

Address

The Gothic Quarter is located in the center of the Old Town from Catalunya Square to the embankment. On the left, it framed street La Rambla, and on the right - Via Laietana.

Address: Barri Gotic, Barcelona.

How to get

You can get to it in several ways:

1) on the subway. In the duty station itself there are no metro station, but there are within walking distance from it. Closely located

- Jaume I (L4);
- Drassanes (L3);
- Liceu (L3);
- Catalunya (L1, L3);

2) You can also use a city or tourist bus and exit Barri Gotic.
3) on foot, if you are close to this area.

Gothic Quarter on the map of Barcelona

All attractions of the Gothic Quarter I inflicted on the map. Using it, you can pave your route by the Gothic Quarter. And then you will not miss anything.

conclusions

I liked the walk through the Gothic Quarter. Losing in the labyrinth of narrow streets, it is easy to get lost. Houses in it are so tightly to each other that the rays of the sun almost do not penetrate here. In the heat of Barri Gotic serves as a real salvation. How nice to hide in the shade of medieval homes and feel the coolness emanating from them. And after a walk, you can eat in one of the cafe and remember the route passed the day. In the Gothic Quarter, a chaotic planning of the territory is preserved in the Gothic quarter, so in this place involuntarily postpone from many centuries ago. It seems that time in it stopped. It is in this place that you can feel the spirit of real Barcelona!

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Discussion: 2 comments

Picturesque quarter. It will be necessary to go there.

yes, especially if you love old areas

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The Gothic Quarter in Barcelona began to be called so relatively recently due to the fact that it contains many buildings made in the Gothic style. This quarter is difficult to go without attention, for many tourists it is an interest. It is located in the center between Layetan and Rambla Street, here is the multiple concentration of the sights of the city and cozy restaurants and cafes.

History of creation

BC There were one of the Roman cities at the site of this quarter, which to strengthen its positions would have taken high walls. Then all the inherent in the romans are built in it: Aqueducts, Baths, Churches and Forum. When in the fifth century AD. The lands captured the posters, they destroyed most of the buildings and in their place they created their temples and magnificent palaces, but they were not preserved until today.

Interesting and unusual buildings at this quarter appeared in the 14th century, during the Renaissance period there were no construction events, which was saved by the already built buildings from the destruction and new buildings. Thanks to this, you can now appreciate the magnificent buildings in the gloomy gothic style.

Main tourist points

The Gothic Quarter is limited by Catalonia, Columbus Avenue and Via Layetan Boulevards and Rambla. From the northern part of his side there is a favorite place of the famous Pablo Picasso Cafe "4 cat", it appeared in the quarter in the 19th century, and it was built by analogy with the Paris Cabaret "Black Cat".

Plaza Nova.

It can be considered that the Gothic quarter begins with it, the new area was created in 1355 at the site of the city gate. Despite its name, this is the oldest area of \u200b\u200bthe city, at one time they traded slaves. Previously, the fortress walls were held next to it, they were already destroyed, but their remains in the form of two towers can be observed near Placa Nova.

On the square you can look at the Episcopal Palace, made in the Baroque style, the facade of which is impressive.

His presence, as it were, acts about the contrast to the Bole of the modern building of the College of Architects. The last building is notable for its large friezes, over the creation of which Picasso itself worked, but the Norwegian architect Carl Nevyar embodied them. The college was built in 1961.

The area is separated from the Cathedral House of the Archidacon, one of its walls contains a fragment of a previously demolished fortress wall. In the 12th century, this construction served as the residence of the entire church tip. The building was repeatedly subjected to reconstruction, its repair work was carried out in the 16th and 19th century, during the last alteration the house was connected to the neighboring structure. Because of what, now in one united building, you can watch styles, here are elements of modern architecture, renaissance and gothic. Now the building is used as a repository of the urban archive.

The central street of the Gothic Quarter is the Bishopskaya, it has a bridge, which connects the house of canoniks with the government's palace. He was created by Joan Rubyo, and it is believed that this is the highlight of the Gothic area.

The house of canonikov is unlike any other building due to its unique and unusual planning. He was erected in the 15th century, the recent restoration helped to restore the interior destroyed from time to time. One side is directed to Carrer Paradis. On the same side are the ruins of the old Roman temple, which was previously erected in honor of August.

This area has become a business card of the Gothic Quarter, it is the most popular, a lot of tourists visits her daily. It previously happened a lot of historical events, besides, bright representatives of the Gothic style were collected here. The rulers of Fernando and Isabella in 1493 met Columbus, who returned from his first swimming.

In the Gothic Quarter, he occupies a special place, so important that the quarter itself is sometimes called "Cathedral" - this is his second is not the main name. The building of the Cathedral is impressive with its architecture, a stone huge construction is literally stems into a narrow space. The initial stage of its construction is by the 13th century, but then his construction stretched out for several centuries. The facade of the cathedral was able to finally make only the 19th century. Cathedral building It was erected in honor of Evpalia, which was erected in the rank of saints in the 4th century, since the young girl of the age of 13 was executed by the pagans for his christian faith. In the chapel, the cathedral constantly lives 13 geese of white color, which symbolize the immateriality of the martyr and its purity.

The same building is striking by its power, his tower in the Gothic style go high in the sky, there are numerous arches on the facade, the walls are decorated with openwork ornaments.

Square San Zhauma

This central terrain in the Gothic Quarter is located at the intersection of the main streets of Barsino, it was created on the site of the former Roman forum. Square St. Jacob decorates the City Hall, as well as the Government House, near which is broken cozy courtyard with orange trees.

At this place there are unusual competitions in the construction of constructions - towers of people. On Sundays, everyone can learn how to dance the national dance - Sardan.

He took the house of Clariana Paadeas, this mansion was erected in the 15th century. The museum takes 4 thousand m 2, right below the square it is possible to get acquainted with the exhibits of the history of the 1st century AD and trace the path of development of Barcelona to the 17th century.

Located in thick walls, has many courtyards. Some of them are difficult to detect, if you do not know where they should be specifically. Amazing artifacts are stored for glass windows and mills in the form of ancient dishes, wreckage of historical buildings, their interior and decorations.

There is a palace Throne roomHe acts as an excellent demonstration material for studying the Catalan Gothic of the end of the 14th century. From her, it is possible to rise to the viewing tower with it will be opened with a great view of the ruins of Roman structures and the royal chapel, built into the tribute to St. Agate.

Museum Mares.

It is often magnifying "sentimental", since most of its exhibits make up the sculptures of the ancient Roman time coming to the 20th century.

How to get to the Gothic Quarter?

It is in the very center of the city, there are many roads to it, there is both above-ground and underground transport, you can also go to it on foot if there is a lot of free time. You can get in the following ways:

a tourist bus that runs on the Red Route, it needs to be released at the Barri Gotic stop;
urban bus can be reached before the same stop, navigated route number 59, 45, 40, 19, 17 and 14;
on the subway, it is necessary to sit on the L3 line and exit the "Liceu" or "Drassanes" station, and if you use the L4 line, then you need to miss the Jaume I station.

Want to stroll through the Gothic Quarter, then plan it in advance, highlighting as much time as possible.

Gothic is impressive of everyone on the one hand with its magnifier, and with another massiveness and gloominess. But the Gothic quarter is notable in that it is possible to see not only this style, but also more modern, which allows in one area to significantly expand its horizons and thoroughly study the architecture. Also here is the opportunity to visit the cozy cafe with local cuisineAnd also purchase souvenirs, please children with interesting and new toys. Look at street animators and listen to their colleagues of musicians, and if you wish to learn the traditional dance.

Gothic quarter (Span.Barrio Gotico.) - Central and most old part of the old cityBarcelona , her womb, it was here that this amazing city originated. Quarter begins OT.square of Catalonia and extends OT.La Ramble prospectus Via Latenana.

It all started more than 2,000 years ago from the modest Roman settlement of Barsino, surrounded from all parties an impregnable wall of 2 meters wide. The streets of today's Gothic Quarter at that time form an oval, according to which a defensive position took place. From the walls, the Roman warriors who had once had a retirement, today little remained. The age of the oldest house of the Gothic Quarter, who witnessed many historical events and survived Earth-Station in the XIV century, dates back to the XII century.

The Gothic Quarter began to be called at the beginning of the 20th century - the largest architectural ensemble of buildings of the XIV-XV centuries in Europe appears here in perfect harmony and deserves much attention. The area is a sample of the planning of medieval cities and consists of a plurality of winding streets that flow into each other and forming a combination of architecture of the Roman Empire, Middle Ages and Modern XX century, fascinating visitors with their greatness and beauty.

Attractions of the Gothic Quarter

The second name of the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona is "Cathedral", here is the Cathedral (Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Evlalia, Sp. La Catedral De La Santa Cruz Y Santa Eulalia), the main masterpiece of the medieval architecture of the city, with a luxurious Gothic facade. Consider the architecture of the cathedral from the side very difficult, the stone gigant is literally squeezed into the narrow streets of the Old Town. The construction of the cathedral began in the XIII century and lasted several centuries. The main facade was completed relatively recently, by the end of the XIX century. The Cathedral is dedicated to Saint Evlalia, a young girl who was tortured and took from the hands of the pagans a martyrdom for the Christian faith in the IV century. The Elalia was 13 years old, and in memory of this in one of the chapels inside the cathedral there are exactly 13 white geese, symbolizing the purity and innocence of the patroness of Barcelona.

The Gothic Quarter originates from Placa Nova, or a new square, which, despite the name, was founded in 1355. At that time, there were city gates here. To this day, the remains of the ancient Roman walls and two large four-story Roman towers, who defended the northeastern gate of the city wall, were preserved on the square. On the same area there is a bishop palace of the Baroque era with a magnificent facade. Majestic building Built on the foundation of the Roman era and is a contrast with a more modern home of the collegium of architects, a white building with huge friezes invented by Picasso. The building was built in 1961. "Children's Fris", "Fries of Giants" and "Fris Flag" on the Picasso project performed by Norwegian Karl Nevyar.

Another value of Plasa Nova is the archician house (Casa del Ardiaca), which separates the new area from the cathedral and contains fragments of the fortress wall. The building was the residence of the church diocese since the end of the XII century. The house has survived two reconstructions in the XVI and XIX centuries, the last alteration was so large-scale that the building connected the building with a neighboring structure, making one of two buildings. Now in one architectural object we can see the mixture of styles: Gothic, Renaissance and even modern. One of the "newest" details is the mailbox of 1895, decorated in the modernist style Lewis Domainek and Montainner in 1902 at the request of the board of lawyers. Three swallows on it symbolize the independence of justice, the turtle - bureaucracy. At the moment, Casa del Ardiaka is the repository of the urban archive.

One of the main streets of Barcelona - Carrer del Bisbe (Carrer del Bisbe) connects Placa De Sant Jaume - a historically established center of political life, during the time of Rome, the former forum. At Plaza de San Zhauma, the mayor's office and other administrative buildings are located, including the Canonikov House and the Government Palace, connected by the Negotic Bridge of 1926, Johan Rubö. On the guise of the city hall building, different centuries and architectural styles were reflected. The facade facing the area and considered the main thing is built in the style of neoclassicism in the middle of the XIX century. A little gothic is preserved in the side facade - "Gothic". But much more medieval spirit has been preserved inside the building, and not outside. In addition to the famous "Hall of the Stah" there is a Gothic Gallery, "Staircase of Honor", the courtyard and a few more halls created in the Middle Ages. You can visit the Merry at any Sunday from 10:00 to 13:30. Plaza de San Zhauma was reconstructed in 1823. Nearby are the ruins of the temple of August (I century).

Royal Square, or Plaza del Rei (Cat. Plaç a del Rei) is the most famous and popular area of \u200b\u200bthe Gothic quarter, a miracle of gothic and a place of action of countless historical events of Barcelona. It is known that it was on this area on April 3, 1493, the Catholic rulers of Fernando and Isabella adopted Christopher Columbus, who returned from her first navigation to America. All structures on this area are made in the Gothic style. Here is the Royal Palace, which served as a residence for Counting graphs from the XIII to the XV century. The first palace of the ruler on this square built posges. In the period when the land were under their dominion, the posthey was made by the capital, and the governor sent to Barcelona, \u200b\u200bwho was supposed to manage the city. For the governor and built here the first palace, on the site of which the Roman buildings were previously located. On the ruins of Roman buildings of Westges put their palaces and temples, which later suffered the same fate - they were destroyed in the Middle Ages to give the place of gothic buildings.

Another place at Plaza del Rey, which deserves the attention of guests of the city, is the capital of Catalonia, located in the XV century mansion, Clariana-Padellà (Casa Clariana-Padellàs). The most interesting in the museum is a plot archaeological excavations. On the territory of 4,000 square meters directly under the square you can make a tour of the history of the city - from the first century BC. e. until the seventeenth century. Ruins of buildings of different centuries and cultures, fragments of houses and workshops, temples and streets, parts of the fortress wall and tower, swimming pool, which remained from an ancient bath, crossroads of the city, the remains of the shops and Villas Patricia. In addition to archaeological excavations, you need to visit the Palace, which includes the throne room (Salo del Tinell), a magnificent sample of Catalan Gothic of 1370, and the Holy Tribunal also held the same room. You can climb the tower from where you have a great view, and go to the Royal Chapel of St. Agatha, erected in the XIV century on the ruins of Roman walls. Chapel of Holy Agatha is famous gothic way constable. The museum works from Tuesday to Sunday, on Monday it is closed.

Secrets of a medieval city

The Gothic city has a lot of secrets, sometimes hidden from the eye of tourists deep underground, as, for example, in the medieval Jewish quarter El Call. Until the XV century, only Jews lived here, but constant defeats and pogroms from the rulers of Catalonia led to the outcome of the Jewish population from El Call. In those days in each house where Jewish families lived, there was a door leading to the underground move. In the event of the danger of Jews, we used the underground move to hide outside the fortress wall and wait for danger. Such doors exist to this day in many old houses of the quarter, and excursions are even held on some homes. Now in the vicinity of Carrer Del Call is located numerous antique, buccinistic and souvenir benches. To get acquainted with the history of the quarter, see the items of the Jews can be in the Cal (Center D`interPretacio Del Call).

The Gothic Quarter of Barcelona is located the famous Art Cabaret "Four Cat" (Els Quatre Gats), the prototype of which served as his Paris Relative Cabaret "Black Cat" and which used to be very popular among the creative elite of Barcelona. Art-café loved to be famous artists, sculptors and musicians of the late XIX - early XX century. Among the famous visitors to the institution were such personalities like Julio Gonzalez, Pablo Picasso, Ramon Casas, Santiago Rusignol.

The Gothic Quarter in Barcelona is part of the city, mandatory for visiting, regardless of whether you love your gothic or not. This is a unique opportunity to visit the past, feel the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, to meet the culture

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