The increasingly popular resorts in Spain lure tourists not only with unusual attractions, but also with unique cultural programs. Colorful carnivals and celebrations are held here every February.
So, Barcelona invites everyone to take part in the celebration of the Chinese New Year, which, according to the lunar calendar, has already arrived. But in the Basque Country, the celebrations will take place only on February 13, which will start with a bright parade. The enchanting performance will begin at 11.30 local time and will cover the streets of the city from the North Station to the Arc de Triomphe.
At this time, here you can see the Spanish interpretation of the New Year's carnival, witness unusual stage performances and take pictures against the background of the symbolic figures of dragons, lions and a monkey, which is the symbol of the coming year.
At the end of the festive events, guests of the carnival will be offered to enjoy musical and choreographic shows that embody the mixture of two cultures - European and Eastern. By the way, this is only the third Chinese New Year celebration in Spain. Since 2014, when the carnival was held for the first time, more and more tourists from China and European countries have come to visit the colorful show. And the Spaniards themselves, apparently, enjoyed such an uncharacteristic celebration for this region.
Speaking of Barcelona, tourists will be interested to know which places and attractions can be visited absolutely free of charge. Surprisingly, you can get to Catalan museums without spending a single euro! So, every Sunday from 3 pm local time, admission to all city expositions and exhibition halls is free. Well, every first Sunday you can get into the halls from the very morning.
Guests of the city will be able to get acquainted with the magnificent collections of the Historical, Maritime, Music Museums, Picasso Gallery and many others.
Those who wish to visit the local churches - the cathedrals of Santa Maria del Mar and Maria del Pi, as well as the Cathedral of Barcelona, whose doors are open daily from 8 am to 1 pm and from 5 pm to 7.30 pm, will not have to pay for a ticket.
There is also charity among the guides who are happy to organize an unforgettable acquaintance with the city for tourists. Usually sightseeing routes run through the Old Town and the Gràcia area. For the walk to be complete, tourists will need to know the local dialect or, at least, Spanish or English.
But one of the most striking sights of modern Barcelona - the light and musical fountain - can be visited independently. It works several days a week: in winter - on Fridays and Saturdays, and in summer - from Thursday to Sunday.
Well, for those who love delicious food, we recommend taking advantage of the kindness of local bars. In such establishments, when ordering drinks, visitors are given tapas for free. If your throat is dry at the height of the excursion, do not rush to buy water in stores. You can get drunk in one of the special fountains that are scattered throughout the city.
But in Madrid, the metro decided to try himself as a seller of souvenirs. On the website latiendademetrodemadrid.com, tourists and simply admirers of the capital's subway can buy unusual souvenirs. Today, more than 5 dozen items of various products are offered to choose from - books, accessories, souvenirs and much more. By the way, by the end of February all products have a 10% discount.
To purchase any product you like, it is enough to go through a simple registration on the site and pay for the purchase using a bank card. When ordering from 50 euros, delivery within the city and country is free.
