The full name of the Cathedral is “Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia de Barcelona”. It is located in the Gothic quarter and one of the most famous Cathedrals in Barcelona. Next to the church is also a cloister with chapels, gardens, fountains and medieval tombstones.
What some people do not know is that ever day from 8.45 to 12.45 you can enter it for free.
The church was built over 6 centuries, always in a new style. That´s why it includes the baroque, romanesque and gothic style. The latest parts were added in the late 19th and early 20th century, while following the original plan, in a neo-gothic style.
Santa Eulàlia, the patron of Barcelona, is buried under the crypt. In her honor, there are 13 geese (her dying age) in the cloister.
If you pay for the lift to go up on top of the church, you can see 200 gargoyles next to a bull, elephant and even a unicorn.
If you want to learn more about this impressive cathedral and it´s incredible history just join our Old Town Tour (also available in Castellano) from Feel Free Tours! These tours are free of charge and you just give our guide a tip at the end of the tour in order what you find appropriate for his or her service.
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