Hi my steemians friends!

Today, I want to share with you my sunny visit to the famous "Parc Guell" in Barcelona.

Since 2013, Park Güell has 2 different areas. To access the main one you have to pay (7 or 8 euros), and the rest of the site is open and free.

Since July 24, the "Plaça de la Natura" (The Nature Square) has been partially closed due to renovation work. It will be closed for about 6 months. I advise you to wait if you want to make beautiful pictures without the cement bags …^^

Fortunately, I live in Barcelona, ​​so I'll go whenever I want ^^. Lucky Flamingirl! ;).

The main entrance to Park Güell is on the south side, on Carrer d’Olot, from which visitors can enjoy the spectacular view of the “Dragon Stairway” with the “Hypostyle Room”.

Halfway up the stairs are the coat of arms of Catalonia.
And above, is the famous Dragon or Salamander, become the most popular image to represent the park.

The "Hypostyle Room".

It served as a market place at the time. You can go inside and admire its 86 columns and its small ceramic domes on the ceiling. This is one of my favorite places. I like its deep and magestic atmosphere

“The Greek theater” or “Nature Square” (Plaça de la Natura).

This square is in the middle of the main area. It was called “The Greek Theater” and was renamed “Nature Square” (Plaça de la Natura).
It’s bounded by the famous bench covered with mosaics of all colors and shapes. It is a truly magical place with its 1000 colors. I really like this work above all for the colorful and unconventional architecture!

“The Austria gardens”.

This part has a completely different look to the rest of the park, and it got its name through a donation of trees from Austria in 1977. The garden has good views, and from its center, you can see the two houses that were built in Eusebi Güell's time. The first is belonging to lawyer Martí Trias i Domènech, planned by architect Juli Batllevell. The second one, is the estate show home (by Francesc Berenguer) which was finally acquired by the Gaudí family for their home. Which is now the Gaudí House Museum.

From 1906 to 1925, this house was the residence of the architect Antoni Gaudí i Cornet (1852-1926).

It has been open to the public as a museum since 1963.

In summary, this park is perfect for a walk in the sun and it's also a good photographic spot!

Even if there are many tourists, it's a must if you spend a few days in Barcelona!

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FlaminGirl's trick for the bravest! 😉

If you enter the park before 8am: it's free! In addition you have the privilege of being alone in the park.

If you arrive at the Lesseps station, follow the signs that point towards the park. This will take you to a street, located on the left of the "central" street with shops. The advantage? Up the street, there are escalators that will save you precious minutes to arrive before 8 am and a lot of energy... In addition, you will arrive directly at the main entrance.

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I hope you liked this post.

See you soon, for a new place!

FlaminGirl