By The name Montjuïc comes from two sources as Mount Jewish, as it may have been inhabited by a Jewish colony, or Mount of Jupiter, referring to the cult of the Roman god.
It is certainly one of the best places you cannot miss in Barcelona, for the magnificent and the Mediterranean view we have of the city, because it has some of the best museums in Barcelona, the place in history that took part of the Universal Exhibition of 1929 and the Olympic Games 1992 for its restaurants and because it has an attractive Magic Fountain, starting point to enjoy its nightlife.
Joan Miró Foundation
This white building is perfect geometric structure dedicated to one of the most important Spanish painters of the twentieth century, Joan Miró. Its rooms house the largest collection of works by the artist where you can see the evolution from his early work, when away from realism to flirt with surrealism, to the paintings of recent years.
Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya
From the height of any tower in central Barcelona, you can appreciate this neo-baroque building that stands elegantly on one of the slopes of Montjuïc.
Built for the Universal Exhibition of 1929 and renovated in 2005, it is called the Palau Nacional and owns a vast collection of art that cuts through the Middle Ages and reaches to the twentieth century.
You cannot miss the Catalan Romanesque frescoes, a real gem of the museum. It is paradoxical that this building is one of the emblems of Barcelona, when it was raised by the dictator Miguel Primo de Rivera.
Poble Espanyol
The Poble Espanyol is a synthesis of architecture that exists in all regions of Spain, the Basque Country and the Balearic Islands.
The entrance to this small village, built for the Universal Exhibition of 1929, is a replica of the medieval gate of the walls of Avila. And once you cross the threshold, you will reach the main square, surrounded by Castilian buildings, while on its streets you will find an Andalusian neighborhood and another Galician, as well as bars, restaurants, cafes and craft shops.
Magic Fountain
Although it was also conceived for the Universal Exhibition of 1929, it remained an attraction when the 1992 Summer Olympics were held until today. This show with some aquatic fireworks that dance to music is presented for fifteen minutes and is scheduled to brighten up all the night visitors.
You can choose Montjuïc as the best area to stay in Barcelona as well if you want to fully discover this region.
The name Montjuïc comes from two sources as Mount Jewish, as it may have been inhabited by a Jewish colony, or Mount of Jupiter, referring to the cult of the Roman god.
It is certainly one of the best places you cannot miss in Barcelona, for the magnificent and the Mediterranean view we have of the city, because it has some of the best museums in Barcelona, the place in history that took part of the Universal Exhibition of 1929 and the Olympic Games 1992 for its restaurants and because it has an attractive Magic Fountain, starting point to enjoy its nightlife.
Joan Miró Foundation
This white building is perfect geometric structure dedicated to one of the most important Spanish painters of the twentieth century, Joan Miró. Its rooms house the largest collection of works by the artist where you can see the evolution from his early work, when away from realism to flirt with surrealism, to the paintings of recent years.
Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya
From the height of any tower in central Barcelona, you can appreciate this neo-baroque building that stands elegantly on one of the slopes of Montjuïc.
Built for the Universal Exhibition of 1929 and renovated in 2005, it is called the Palau Nacional and owns a vast collection of art that cuts through the Middle Ages and reaches to the twentieth century.
You cannot miss the Catalan Romanesque frescoes, a real gem of the museum. It is paradoxical that this building is one of the emblems of Barcelona, when it was raised by the dictator Miguel Primo de Rivera.
Poble Espanyol
The Poble Espanyol is a synthesis of architecture that exists in all regions of Spain, the Basque Country and the Balearic Islands.
The entrance to this small village, built for the Universal Exhibition of 1929, is a replica of the medieval gate of the walls of Avila. And once you cross the threshold, you will reach the main square, surrounded by Castilian buildings, while on its streets you will find an Andalusian neighborhood and another Galician, as well as bars, restaurants, cafes and craft shops.
Magic Fountain
Although it was also conceived for the Universal Exhibition of 1929, it remained an attraction when the 1992 Summer Olympics were held until today. This show with some aquatic fireworks that dance to music is presented for fifteen minutes and is scheduled to brighten up all the night visitors.
You can choose Montjuïc as the best area to stay in Barcelona as well if you want to fully discover this region.
