Barcelona - Parc Güell
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In the Vallcarca district of Barcelona, between Eixample and Tibidabo, on the side of a hill lies Parc Güell, laid out between 1900-14. It was designed by Antoni Gaudí, who also had his house here. The rather difficult climb can be avoided by taking the escalator on the right of the Avinguda de l'Hospital (to the northwest of the Lesseps metro).
Along the southeastern wall (Carrer Olot) some brightly-colored majolica medallions spell out the name of the park.
Along the southeastern wall (Carrer Olot) some brightly-colored majolica medallions spell out the name of the park.
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The columned hall to which the steps lead displays elements of the Greek Doric style; the outside rows of columns lean noticeably inwards, to counteract the sideways force exerted by the vaulted roof.
Address:
Parc Güell, Carrer d'Olot, E-08024 Barcelona, Spain
Hours:
March 1 to March 31: 10am-7pm
April 1 to April 30: 10am-8pm
May 1 to August 31: 10am-9pm
October 1 to October 31: 10am-7pm
November 1 to February 28: 10am-6pm
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Guides: Guided tour available as optional extra.
Transit: Metro: Lesseps, Vallcarca.
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