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Meet the 6 icons of Barcelona close to Aticco

24 May 2018

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You know as well as we do, one of the strengths of Aticco is its privileged location: in the center of Barcelona, surrounded by some of the most emblematic icons that characterize our city and with a wide range of services at your fingertips. This location also makes it very easy to access to the following services our coworking in BarcelonaThis is very important if you have to receive visits from clients or move around the city. To get to our offices, you can do it by train, subway, bus, bicycle... You have no excuse to come and see us or to attend some of our interesting events! Coworking in Eixample, Barcelona

One thing our coworkers really like is the extensive catering offer near AticcoWe are a great place to eat, have a coffee and clear your mind. At the same time, our location allows us to discover and enjoy some of the most important icons of Barcelona. Do you want to know those that are just a few meters away from Aticco? We reveal it to you:

Arc de Triomphe

Just 5 minutes walk away we find the first icon of Barcelona, yes, 5 minutes away! Which is the same: a nice short walk along Ronda Sant Pere until you find it on your right. This monument is located at the beginning of Passeig Lluís Companys and was built by the architect José Vilaseca as the main entrance to the Universal Exhibition of Barcelona in 1888. Since then, it has been one of the most important icons of Barcelona. Throughout the year and headed by the imposing Arc de Triomf, some fairs and festivals such as the Thai Festival, the Expotest and the Wine and Tapas Fair are held all along the promenade until reaching the Parc de la Ciutadella. A perfect plan for after work! A curiosity: at the top of the arch are the coats of arms of the 49 Spanish provinces.

Plaza Cataluña

The most famous square in Barcelona and also one of the largest in the country. In the heart of the city, it is the meeting point for thousands of locals. It is the starting point of other icons of Barcelona such as: Las Ramblas, Rambla de Catalunya, Paseo de Gracia and Portal del Angel. Not to mention the Liceo Theater, Plaza Universidad and Pelayo Street. Strolling through Plaza Cataluña is synonymous with finding yourself in the Barcelona of a lifetime, where in almost every street there is a story to tell. In addition, close to it are still some of the the most traditional stores of the city. Please note: if you have your picture taken in this square, you will never be alone; will always be with you some pigeon. They are as native as any Barcelonian! Coworking in Gracia, neighborhood in Barcelona

Coworking in Gracia, neighborhood in Barcelona

Citadel Park

We do not know if the Citadel Parkis the most beautiful parkin Barcelona,but it is certainly the best known and largest in the city. It is part of the Ciutat Vella district, a 10-minute walk from Aticco.

If you are visiting Arco del Triunfo, it won't be difficult to get to this park: just go down Passeig Lluís Companys and you will find one of the main entrances to the park. Get lost in it because it has many nooks and crannies to discover. Some of the areas to be highlightedThe main attractions are the huge waterfall, the greenhouse, the lake with the boats and the figure of the mammoth. A secret: did you know that the castle of the Three Dragons (inside the park) is a zoology museum?

Canaletas Fountain

This is one of the most famous fountains in the city. Many stories can be told about it, but the most popular is the tradition of celebrating all the victories of Barcelona Football Club. Thus, every time Barça wins a cup, the Ramblas and its alleys are filled with "culés" and "blaugranas", celebrating the triumph of their soccer team... It is also said that if you drink its water, you will return to Barcelona. At the foot of the fountain there is a plaque that warns, because who warns is not a traitor! Something about the Canaletas fountain: it has always carried one of the most drinkable waters of the city, which is why it is so well known in Barcelona.

Catedral of Barcelona

The Catedral of Barcelona is known in different ways, including La Seu. It is a fine example of Gothic architecture and for this reason we place it on the list of Barcelona's icons. And it is only a 12 minute walk from Aticco. Its beautiful facade presides over the Plaza de la Seu, where it is located. It is a very large temple that is sometimes overshadowed by the Sagrada Familia, but we love it! Did you know that... 240 years before being a Gothic church it was a Romanesque church.

Batlló House

We could not finish this list without mentioning Antoni Gaudí, the modernist architect par excellence of Barcelona. He designed most of the icons of Barcelona and near Aticco, just 15 minutes walk away we find the Casa Batlló, located in Paseo de Gracia (15 minutes from Aticco). The Batlló House is characterized by its beautiful and colorful facade, with tones very typical of Gaudí's style. To this day, this building celebrates different special days of the year by projecting lights and other elements all over its front: snowflakes in winter, red roses in Sant Jordi... A detail: its roof, facade and interior are inspired by the movement of water. Do you already know what you are going to visit today when you leave Aticco? If you are not yet part of our community, we are waiting for you!