Barcelona is located in the northeast of Spain. The official language is Spanish, but Catalan is spoken throughout the region. Barcelona is a port city of Catalonia, a world-famous Mediterranean scenic resort, a world-famous historical and cultural city and the most important trade, industry and financial base of Spain. Its industrial output value accounts for 1/5 of the whole country, including automobiles, heavy machinery, chemicals, precision instruments and textiles. The port of Barcelona is also the largest port and container terminal along the Mediterranean coast. Barcelona Port is the largest comprehensive port in China, with 8,000 ships (gross tonnage of 40 million tons) and annual throughput of 20 million tons. Barcelona is older than Madrid. For most of its history, Spain is a more important city than Madrid, first the capital of the Spanish people, and later the territory of the powerful Count of Barcelona. 1 137 became the capital of Catalonia and the United Kingdom of Aragon, and has since become an extremely rich and brilliant city. /kloc-At the beginning of the 0/5th century, Barcelona and its region were merged into the Spanish state. Since then, there has been fierce competition between Madrid and Barcelona. As one of the top seaports, commercial centers and industrial cities in this country, Barcelona has become increasingly prosperous. In 237, the Carthaginians established settlements, which became the capital of the Principality of Carthage from 4 15. 1 1 century gradually built into the earliest trading port in Spain. Established on 1503. /kloc-The expansion of the Ottoman Empire and the establishment of American colonies in the 6th century affected its commercial status. /kloc-Spanish industry began to develop in the 0/9th century. 1832, the city established a steam engine textile factory, which became the most advanced city in China and the earliest city where the Spanish workers' movement rose. Industry used to be famous for machinery, textiles, printing, food and so on. , especially shipbuilding and textile industry, has the longest history and is the largest shipbuilding and textile center in China. After World War II, automobile, chemical industry, precision instruments, plastics and other industries developed rapidly. The total industrial output value accounts for 1/5 of the whole country, and it is the largest industrial center in Spain. Rich in wine, a wide variety, especially famous for aged wine. There is a wine museum. There are also world-famous Catalan eggs, milk, candy and pasta and other precious foods. Agriculture, especially Mediterranean fruit gardening, is quite developed in suburbs and surrounding areas. China's largest seaport and an important railway and aviation hub. Import and export trade accounts for more than 40% of the national total. Export textiles, ships, chemical raw materials, canned fruits, etc. ; Import machinery, oil, cotton, grain, etc. The city has convenient transportation and an underground railway. Barcelona is also the birthplace of Catalan culture, which is closely related to the development of French culture and language. There are missionary universities and Catalan medical schools and universities. There are many museums in this city, including Catalan Art Museum, picasso museum, History Museum, Nature Museum and more than 20 other museums. It is the first city in Spain to open a printing factory and the first city in Europe to publish newspapers. The Barcelona International Music Festival held in June 5438+ 10 every year is a grand music event. The 25th Olympic Games was held in this city. In the center of the old city, there are medieval cathedrals, palaces and houses, which were built in13rd century. Barcelona is actually a city with two cities in one. There are beautiful Gothic areas and many architectural sites in the old city, because there are many unforgettable Gothic buildings made of gray stone, including the spectacular cathedral. The new town is a model of urban planning, with wide avenues, trees on both sides and a grand square. There are many churches and palaces in interesting medieval buildings. Barcelona is an elegant city. The slopes in the suburbs slowly connect with the surrounding hills. You can see the excellent scenery of the city from the nearby Tibidabo Mountain and Montehuixi hillside. In the distance is Montserrat, which is like a needle, and the famous Montserrat monastery is close to the mountainside. Barcelona is recognized by the international architectural community as the most perfect city that combines ancient civilization with modern civilization, and it is also the palace of artists. The remains of world famous artists such as Picasso, Gaudi and Miro can be seen everywhere in this city. Barcelona is a beautiful city. The ruins of Roman city walls, ancient palaces and houses in the Middle Ages are in harmony with modern architecture. Many streets still retain ancient pavements paved with stones. The Gothic Catholic Cathedral, built in14th century, is located in the center of the old city. Sagrada Familia is the largest church in Spain. Ramblas Street, which connects Hepingmen Square and Catalonia Square in the city center, is a famous "Flower Market Street". The beautiful spring scenery in Spain Square is exquisite and colorful. Fountains, zoos, botanical gardens and Monterey Park are famous for their waterfalls. There are more than 20 museums in Barcelona, such as Museum of Modern Art, Frederic Metz Exhibition Hall, picasso museum and Ocean Museum. The University of Barcelona has a history of more than 500 years, and its autonomous universities and technical colleges are also very famous. 5438+ 10 The international music festival held in June every year is the World Music Festival, and the local Salda gardener dance and guitar music are world-famous national songs and dances. Rose exhibition and bullfighting are held in April every year. Barcelona is a typical Mediterranean climate, with mild and pleasant climate, sunny all year round and blooming flowers, unlike Madrid, which has four distinct seasons. It rains heavily in winter and early spring, but it seldom snows and the temperature rarely drops below zero. The pleasant climate, the famous Gold Coast and the romantic humanistic environment attract tens of millions of foreign tourists to visit here every year. It has promoted the development of local tourism service industry and related industries. The income from tourism and related industries is one of the most important sources of income in Barcelona. The public transportation in Barcelona is very convenient, the subway extends in all directions, and the buses are rarely crowded. Most of them were taken by old people, women and children. Barcelona and its surrounding areas provide many conveniences for sports activities. People can play golf, tennis, swimming, water skiing, sailing, hunting, fishing, horseback riding and winter activities in urban areas or places within a few hours' drive. There are all kinds of recreational activities in this city. Including opera, ballet and many wonderful concerts. The local theater presents plays, operettas and musical comedies. Movies are very popular, but most of them are dubbed in Spanish. North American College shows English movies once a week, and there are many other art exhibitions and music performances. Barcelona has hosted two World Expos, 1888 and 1929, which laid the foundation for the city's rapid development. From 65438 to 0992, Barcelona successfully hosted the 25th Olympic Games, which made Barcelona famous in the world and made more people in the world know about Barcelona. Location: Barcelona is located in the northeast of Iberian Peninsula, facing the Mediterranean Sea. The main part of the city is built on a highland in Lashan, Corceiro, with an area of about 160 square kilometers, of which the city covers an area of 10 1 square kilometers. The Lao Bouriga River runs through the southwest of the city, and the Bassos River runs through the north of the city. It is about160km away from the Pyrenees on the French-Spanish border. Mount Lashan in Corceiro is a part of the coastal mountains, close to the northeast of the city, and its highest point, Dibibo Peak, is 5 12 meters above sea level, giving you a bird's eye view of the whole city. In most parts of the city, you can see the wireless communication base station-Corsello Tower, which is located at the top of the mountain and is 288.4 meters high. Barcelona is located in hilly areas as a whole, and many blocks of the city are named after nearby hills, such as Carmel (267m above sea level), Putset (18 1m above sea level) and Lovera (28 1m above sea level). The famous Mont Hook Cliff is located in the southwest of the city, with a height of173m, overlooking the whole Barcelona harbor. Due to its superior geographical location, the Barcelona people built Monthook Castle, which can control the whole city's lifeline, in the17-18th century, and replaced Tadera Castle. Today Mont Hook Castle has become a museum, and Mont Hook District is a gathering place for many sports and cultural organizations. Administrative Districts: It is the main industrial and commercial area in Spain, which consists of Belino, Lerida, Gerona and tarragona. Catalans are characterized by diligence, simplicity and adherence to traditional concepts. Barcelona has a Mediterranean climate with four seasons like spring. Climate overview: Barcelona is a typical Mediterranean climate, with wet and rainy winter and hot and dry summer, which is suitable for tourism all year round; The average temperature in winter is 1 1 degree Celsius, and the coldest month is 1 1 month, with an average of1degree Celsius. The average temperature in summer is 24 degrees Celsius. The best season to go to Barcelona is summer, where you can fully enjoy the Mediterranean sunshine, and sunbathing on the beach is an eye-opener. City reputation: Barcelona is known as the "Pearl of Iberian Peninsula" because of its pleasant climate, beautiful scenery and numerous historical sites, and is the most famous tourist attraction in Spain. It is an ancient cultural city in Spain and is known as Manhattan in the Mediterranean. The whole city is surrounded by mountains and seas, and the terrain is magnificent. Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings in urban areas complement modern buildings. From Placa Portal de la Pau to Placa de Cataluna, there are countless buildings worth visiting with the cathedral as the center. The city tour begins at the palace. Gaudi's architectural works are the most dazzling pearl in Barcelona, and the Gold Coast in the Mediterranean Sea is a seaside resort. Cultural characteristics: Barcelona, as a diversified city, has a diversified outlook. When tourists who are not familiar with their own city history come here, they may feel a little different. In such a modern city, Laoge Special Zone still retains its original features, and the change of historical dynasties never seems to touch him. Architectural features: There are many Spanish romantic buildings in Barcelona, and the Sagrada Familia church, which points to the sky like a road sign, is one of them. This church, which was built in 1882, has been delayed due to lack of funds. At present, only the nativity gate at the main entrance of three temples has been completed. Nevertheless, the people who have seen it are still moved and dumbfounded. Gul Palace is as moving and breathtaking as a garden city. Guggenheim Museum is an extraordinary building, with huge thick rocks piled up into a huge kettle, which is grotesque, mysterious and magnificent. You can't imagine if you haven't been to Barcelona. Barcelona is an elegant city, and the hillside in the suburbs slowly connects with the surrounding hills. There are many rocky headlands and sandy beaches along the coast from Barcelona to the French border. The golden beach connects the blue sea water with the dark green olive trees and pine forests on the shore, which will make you feel like you are in a fairyland in the afterglow of sunrise or sunset. The statues of various figures on the streets of Barcelona are also unique. Barcelona has a mild and pleasant climate. Catalonia Square in the city is both an entertainment center and a good place to shop. You can buy the most local suede coats and overcoats, lace shawls and exquisite silverware at the stalls in the center of the street. After entertainment and shopping, it is convenient to have a rest and eat. All kinds of cafes, restaurants and bars have good service. The local specialties are lobster, seafood and sausage boiled beans in Brava Bay. Of course, there are also China restaurants. Barcelona's nickname: Azulgrana. In Barcelona area, people of all ages like to call Barcelona by this name, while outside Catalonia, people call Barcelona. Barcelona is very much like Shanghai in China. It is beautiful, famous, ancient and intelligent, but it is not the capital. So there are some factors that make them prefer to use their own language rather than the official language, and the nickname of Barcelona team came into being. In Catalan dialect, Assour is blue, Grana is red, and together they are the colors of Barcelona's uniforms. Azulgrana has become synonymous with Barcelona. Spanish football professionals use Azulgrana more, because when it comes to Barcelona, it doesn't necessarily refer to the team, but Azulgrana must refer to Barcelona (including handball, basketball, water polo and other clubs). Barcelona also has an older title: Cules, which means dirty. In the 1920s, Barcelona didn't have a football field that is famous all over the world today. At that time, the stadium was very small. The audience sat on a thin bench watching the ball, with half of their hips exposed behind them. Because there was no fence, countless half hips were exposed from the periphery of the stadium, which became a great spectacle in Barcelona at that time. Therefore, people named the Barcelona team red, and red is the buttocks. Nowadays, this name is rare in Barcelona, and only white molecules have been used.