Barcelona welcomed two world exhibitions that have literally transformed the city's landscape.
The first takes place in 1888 and the second in 1929.
For its second edition, the government will be asking the architect, who is already recognized, Puig i Cadafalch to cross Spain from top to bottom and draw the most representative buildings to make a copy.
At the time, this request was aimed at to bring Spanish architecture to Catalonia.
A total success and, for this reason, the Poble Espanyol was not deconstructed and continues to diversify its activities.
The Poble Espanyol is a Spanish village that reproduces the different architectural styles found throughout the country, South, North, Central and Mediterranean!
Over the years, the Poble has grown and is now home to a renowned museum, large-scale musical events and shows, and craftsmen promoting the know-how of all the regions of Spain.
An architectural goal
Joseph Puig i Cadafalch is one of the leading exponents of Catalan Art Nouveau or Modernism.
An art historian, the architect has created many of Barcelona's most remarkable works. He is one of Barcelona's great architects, along with Domènech i Montaner and Antonio Gaudi. He directed, among others, the famous Casa Amattler (located on the Passeig de Gracià) and the Casa de les Punxes on Avenida Diagonal.
Poble's objective was to obtain a reconstruction of the monuments of Spain, to understand the general architectural spirit of the nation.
With a team of architects, art critics and painters, they traveled to over 1,500 Spanish towns and cities, sketching the buildings to bring back their substance.
The village is made up of alleys, gardens, houses, buildings, walls...
Everything that makes up the villages of Spain!
But the Poble is also a place for crafts, culture and gastronomy!
The Spanish soul was also to be felt through its craftsmanship. It is therefore possible to discover the workshops of craftsmen who brew a beautiful collection, ranging from jewelry, textiles and miniatures to glass sculpture alternating traditional and contemporary.
The artisan space has been declared Zone d'Intérêt Artisanal by the Generalitat de Catalunya.
Workshops are open all year round!
In winter, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
. En automne et au printemps, de 10 à 19h et plus tard, jusque 20h en été.
In addition workshops for adults are also available if you'd like to learn how to make these handicrafts yourself.
Spanish culture is represented not only by its craftsmanship...
You can also visit theEspace Fiesta a multimedia installation that lets you experience the great popular festivals that take place all over Spain. Like the San Fermin in Pamplona where bulls are let loose in the streets for several days of festivities, or the Tomatina where the town of Buñol turns into a huge tomato-throwing battle.
And you can also take a break for a bite to eat in the many restaurants and small bars.
Contemporary Art in the spotlight in 2001!
In 2001, Fran Daurel Museum has opened its doors to almost 300 works by artists from the peninsula on display.
And all this spread over 2500 square metres!
Internationally renowned artists such as Mirò, Dali and Barcelò. Picasso's work as a ceramist is also a pleasant surprise!
We also appreciate theEspace Guinovart dedicated to the artist Josep Guinovartrepresenting informal art, and the Sculpture Garden.
Poble Espanyol: a wide variety of activities!
The Poble Espanyol also organizes a wide range of activities, including festivals, concerts, jazz, electro...
Three clubs are located in the Poble Espanyol area, including the famous Input, one of the great electro clubs.
And then there's rock festivals and even Brunchs featuring a succession of top electro DJs.
Check out the site to see what activities are taking place during your stay, as there really is something for everyone!
https://www.poble-espanyol.com/fr/
Where is the Poble Espanyol?
Exact address Av. de Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia, 13, 08038 Barcelona
The Poble is located on the Montjuic hill.
To get there, take the metro to Plaça de Espanya (lines 1 and 3) or buses 13, 23 and 150.
The Poble Espanyol hardly ever sleeps...
As it is a party place, the Poble is sometimes open late... very late indeed...
It opens daily at 9am and closes on Mondays at 8pm. The rest of the week around midnight, but Fridays and Saturdays until 4am.
Admission price
Basic admission for adults costs 14 euros and 7 euros for children.
The good plan: you'll earn a few euros if you order online before you go...
And don't forget that you can combine your entry with the National Museum of Catalan Art for around 20 euros.
What else is there to do in Montjuic?
Montjuic is a magnificent place where all kinds of activities are possible!
For art lovers, continue your visit to the Miro Foundation or the MNAC.
For those who love a stroll, the Botanical Garden is the place to be.
Sportsmen and women in theMontjuic's incredible swimming poolopen-air, overlooking the entire city.
Romantics will stroll towards the Greek Theatre...
Historians at the Montjuic Castle...
In a nutshell...
The Poble Espanyol is a nice break when you're discovering Montjuic hill.
Especially if you are with children, who will enjoy discovering the many craftsmen and play areas dedicated to them.
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