Barcelona
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, lies on the north-eastern coast of Spain on the Mediterranean Sea. It is the country's second largest city, home to over 1.6 million people. It enchants visitors with Gaudí's architecture, the Gothic Quarter and its beaches. Average temperatures range from 10°C in winter to 30°C in summer. The best time to visit is spring and autumn, when the weather is ideal for sightseeing. Barcelona is also a major transport hub with one of the largest ports in Europe.
