Phenomenal Museums in Barcelona
Which museums attract thousands of tourists every year? These are museums that have a combination of features. These features should encapsulate the history, beauty, and the ability to capture the rich culture of Barcelona’s historical events. Spain has a very dynamic and rich culture that spans many centuries. Many people from around the world flock to these wonderful museums to learn more about Spain and its monumental history.
Barcelona is known primarily for its wide array of art museums. If you are an art aficionado, then Barcelona will be the perfect place for you to visit. If art isn’t your exact cup of tea, no need to worry. There are many different types of museums from historical museums to aquatic museums for the deep sea adventurer. You can visit a multitude of museums within a short span of time.
The historical Museu Maritime covers Spanish history from the 1750′s to the 1850′s. Many of its artifacts are not only from Barcelona, but from others districts close by. The Christopher Columbus statue is only a short distance from the museum. The statue, referred to as “Colon,” has a large stature and is very close to the marina. The marina connects the Barcelona streets with the breath-taxingly beautiful Mediterranean Sea. This is a hot tourist’s spot and also has a phenomenal entertainment center.
L’aquarium de Barcelona: want to see underwater creatures and sea life without risking your safety scuba diving? Then visit one of the underwater museums in Barcelona. If you are a fan of the sea then you will find the L’Aquarium de Barcelona to be a very interesting and fascinating choice. It also has a cafeteria, a souvenir shop and an auditorium.
Museo Egipcio: egyptian museum is located in the Clos Archeological Foundation and its main goals are to promote awareness of ancient art and culture. It is one of the best Egyptian museums in all of Europe. There are over 200 pieces of Egyptian art, all of which belongs to Jordi Clos. This collection captures a journey throughout time with pieces from varying periods. This museum comes equipped with an art and video library and an exhibition room. It is recommended that you ask for a guided tour by an Egyptologist, this way you can better understand more about the Egyptian culture.
If you are curious about all the different marine life found at the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea bed there is an excellent display inside the museum. It also has a cafeteria, a souvenir shop and an auditorium. If you are more of a thrill seeker and find excitement in participating in an activity that will get your adrenaline pumping, you can go swimming with the sharks. Underwater adventures such as this are also available by appointment.
From beautiful architecture and historical museums to an educational tour on the history of chocolate, Barcelona has it all. You can plan on visiting any number of museums when taking a trip to Barcelona Spain. Whether you are interested in satisfying your taste buds your admiration for beauty or history Barcelona has something for everyone.
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March 22 2010 04:31 am | Destinations