Cheap Hotels in Barcelona, Spain

Overview

 Barcelona, originally founded as a Roman city, played a significant role in the Middle Ages as the capital of the County of Barcelona. It later joined forces with the Kingdom of Aragon to form the confederation of the Crown of Aragon. Barcelona continued to be the capital of the Principality of Catalonia and emerged as the most important city in the Crown of Aragon, serving as its main economic and administrative center. However, its prominence was later surpassed by Valencia, which was liberated from Moorish control by the Catalans just before the dynastic union between the Crown of Castile and the Crown of Aragon in 1492.

Throughout history, Barcelona has witnessed various political shifts. It became a stronghold of Catalan separatism and briefly came under French rule during the 17th century Reapers' War. It also served as the capital of Revolutionary Catalonia during the Spanish Revolution of 1936 and later became the seat of government for the Second Spanish Republic during the Spanish Civil War, until it was captured by the fascists in 1939. Following the Spanish transition to democracy in the 1970s, Barcelona regained its status as the capital of an autonomous Catalonia.

Today, Barcelona boasts a rich cultural heritage and stands as a prominent cultural center and popular tourist destination. It is particularly renowned for its architectural marvels, including the works of Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Domènech i Montaner, which have been recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The city is also home to prestigious institutions such as the University of Barcelona and Pompeu Fabra University. Additionally, Barcelona serves as the headquarters for the Union for the Mediterranean and has hosted notable events like the 1992 Summer Olympics, world-class conferences, and renowned sports tournaments.

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