Quarter - Gràcia - St. Gervasi
GRÀCIA - ST. GERVASI DISTRICT. Gràcia and Sant Gervasi were once two independent villages and they became a part of the city of Barcelona in 1897. Gracia is a popular neibourhood while Sant Gevasi is more residential. During the Franco years, Gracia was a hotbed of anarchist revolt and today, despite the pretty streets of old balcony-fronted houses and peaceful squares, this quiet neighbourhood retains its political fighting spirit as a source of many protests and rallies. Gràcia today has a bohemian and liberal flavour and attracts a young crowd to its many lively and trendy bars in squares such as the Plaza del Sol and the pretty Plaza de la Virreina. Throughout the year it is very popular for going out at night but every August the neighbourhood is host to a colourful and lively street festival, the Festa Mayor. Gracia is home to a large number of student residents, a sizeable Catalan-speaking community, and a substantial community of artists, actors, musicians, photographers and designers, all of whom contribute to its bohemian flavour. With its tiny streets and thickly florewed windows and balconies, those romantic enclaves seems to bring together all of Barcelona’s passion and energy. In the notheast of that area you will find one of the most beautiful places in Barcelona: the Parc Güell. It is another wonderful Gaudi project, declared by UNESCO in 1984 a world-heritage building, des d'on you will have a beautiful view over the city. Though it feels pleasantly detached from the noise and crowds of the city centre this area is just a few stops by metro to the Gothic Quarter in the historical city center.
Gràcia - St. Gervasi Location map
