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10 September 202610 September 2026

Modernist building on La Rambla in Barcelona

Palazzo modernista sulla Rambla a Barcellona con facciata ornamentale curva, dettagli decorativi e atmosfera urbana vivace nel centro città

Modernist building on La Rambla in Barcelona.
I find myself standing in front of a striking modernist building on La Rambla in Barcelona, where the curved façade and ornate stone details immediately draw my attention upward. The modernist building on La Rambla in Barcelona feels like a living part of the street, blending into the constant movement of people and city life.
I am in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, right along one of the most vibrant urban corridors of the city, where historic architecture and daily life overlap in a continuous flow. The modernist building on La Rambla in Barcelona shows how strongly the Catalan modernism tradition shaped the identity of the city, turning even ordinary streets into open-air galleries.
As I walk slowly, I notice how the light changes the perception of the structure, highlighting its curves, balconies, and decorative elements. The street below is full of motion, with pedestrians, small shops, and kiosks creating a layered urban rhythm. I remember another article from the blog about Barcelona architecture, where similar buildings told stories of artistic ambition and urban transformation, and this place feels like a continuation of that journey.
If you are visiting Barcelona, this is one of those areas where looking up becomes just as important as looking forward. It is a place worth seeing in Spain, especially if you are interested in architecture that blends art and function in a seamless way.
A lesser-known detail is that many buildings along this area were constructed during the height of Catalan Modernism, when architects aimed to express cultural identity through highly decorative and innovative forms, making the city visually unique in Europe.

And as I stand here a moment longer, I wonder how many stories are hidden above the street level, waiting to be noticed by someone who simply decides to look up? Add a comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.

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21 August 2026

Saffron for sale at Barcelona’s Boqueria Market

Lo zafferano in vendita al mercato della Boqueria a Barcellona

Saffron for sale at Barcelona’s Boqueria Market.
A few months ago, while passing through Barcelona, I stopped to eat at the famous Boqueria Market, admittedly doing what a good tourist is supposed to do. Among all the stalls and products on display, however, it was the saffron that caught my attention, particularly because of the different packages and prices being offered.
Barcelona’s Boqueria Market is one of those places where, even without deliberately looking for it, you can get an idea of what visitors are interested in. It is heavily frequented by tourists, and spending a little time looking at the stalls can reveal which products seem to attract the most attention.
That day I noticed several stalls selling saffron in different quantities and at different prices. That small detail was enough to make me stop and take a photograph. Among fruit, spices, fresh produce and all the other things displayed around the market, those tiny packages of saffron naturally stood out.
I have never been particularly good at judging the price of spices, but one thing seemed obvious: saffron is certainly not cheap. It does not literally cost as much as gold, of course, but when you consider the very small quantities in which it is sold, the price can certainly feel rather high.
The photograph comes from a simple observation during my visit. I like it when travelling gives me opportunities to photograph apparently ordinary things, because these small details often become the images that bring back the atmosphere of a place most clearly. I did not photograph one of the classic views of the Boqueria, but a product displayed on a stall, something that still says a great deal about the experience of being inside the market.
If you are wondering what to see at Barcelona’s Boqueria Market, there are obviously countless colourful products and stalls that can catch your eye. I often find myself stopping instead for details that may not appear in the most familiar photographs. In this case, the saffron interested me precisely because of the contrast between the tiny amount of product and its relatively high value.
There is also a small curiosity behind saffron’s price. The spice comes from the stigmas of the Crocus sativus flower, which have to be harvested by hand. The labour involved, together with the tiny amount of spice obtained from each flower, helps explain why saffron is such an expensive ingredient.
The Boqueria, officially Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, stands along La Rambla in central Barcelona, and its commercial history goes back much further than its modern reputation as a tourist attraction. For me, though, it remains above all a place to explore through details: a stall, an unusual product, or an interesting way of displaying something for sale.
That is what I enjoy when I take my camera with me while travelling. I am not necessarily looking for the most famous monument or the photograph that everyone has already taken. Sometimes I simply stop because something has caught my attention at that particular moment.
And that day, with its small packets and different prices, saffron managed to do exactly that.
I have also photographed other markets and food products during my travels, because I find food one of the quickest ways to remember a place. Sometimes a single photograph of a market stall is enough to bring back an entire walk through a city.

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18 August 2026

Fresh fruit at La Boqueria in Barcelona

Frutta fresca tagliata sui banchi della Boqueria a Barcellona, tra mango, dragonfruit, fragole e altri prodotti

Fresh fruit at La Boqueria in Barcelona.
Dragonfruit, mango, papaya, cherries, strawberries, coconut and lychees were all arranged across the market stalls, creating an immediate mix of colors and shapes. Fresh fruit at La Boqueria is one of those scenes that naturally catches your attention while walking through the market, especially when the produce has already been prepared to take away and eat straight away.
I took this photograph simply by stopping in front of one of these fruit stalls. As I walked through the market, the freshly cut fruit arranged in small containers caught my eye. It is a very simple subject, but it works particularly well as a photograph because so many different colors, shapes and textures are concentrated in such a small space.
Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, usually known simply as La Boqueria, stands along La Rambla in central Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It is one of the city’s best-known markets and its central position makes it a busy stop for people exploring the city. If you are wondering what to see in Barcelona, La Boqueria offers something different from the usual landmarks: here, the main subjects are the people, the products and the everyday movement of the market.
For this photograph, I wanted to focus on something very ordinary: the fruit stalls. There is no monument to frame and no elaborate architectural detail is needed to make the scene interesting. The way the products are displayed is enough, with the natural colors of the fruit becoming part of the atmosphere around the market.
Dragonfruit, mango and papaya immediately stand out because of their unusual shapes and colors, while more familiar products such as cherries and strawberries sit alongside them. Coconut adds another texture, and lychees, with their distinctive skins, make the display even more varied. It is this abundance that makes the photograph work for me.
There is also a small piece of history behind the market. La Boqueria has a long connection with the development of Barcelona’s markets, eventually becoming the covered market with the distinctive iron structure that is still visible today. It is easy to overlook this history while concentrating on the colorful stalls, but it helps explain why the market has become such a recognizable part of the city.
The ready-to-eat fruit also shows how the market has adapted to the habits of people passing through it. Someone who does not want to stop for a full meal can simply pick up a container and continue walking, turning a basic market product into an easy snack. For a market visited by so many people, it feels like a natural way of presenting fresh produce.
What interests me most, though, remains the photograph itself. I like images that can describe a place without necessarily showing its most famous view. In this case, a fruit stall is enough to bring back the atmosphere of La Boqueria and the constant movement between the market counters.
The scene also connects naturally with other photographs I have published from La Rambla in Barcelona. They are very different images, but they belong to the same walk through the city and show two sides of the same area: the movement of the avenue and the more concentrated, colorful world inside the market.
One of the things I like about La Boqueria is the sheer number of details that appear without having to look for them. You only need to slow down for a moment and pay attention to the stalls. The fruit then becomes a small photographic subject, but also a simple way of describing the lively character of Barcelona.
The ready-to-eat fruit is perhaps one of the easiest things to notice, especially for visitors looking for something quick while exploring the city. I found the display interesting not because it was unusual to see fruit in a market, but because of the care with which such an everyday product had been arranged.
That is often enough to make me take out the camera. A familiar subject can become interesting when the presentation, surroundings and moment come together. At La Boqueria, there are plenty of these small photographic opportunities.

And you, when visiting a market like La Boqueria, can you resist stopping in front of these colorful fruit stalls? Add a comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.

Photos taken with a Canon EOS M100 camera and Canon EF-M 11-22 lens.

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18 August 2026

Barcelona’s Rambla, between street and life

La Rambla di Barcellona con il viale alberato, gli edifici e il movimento della strada nel centro della città

Barcelona’s Rambla, between street and life.
Walking along La Rambla, I found myself surrounded by one of those places where the city seems to keep moving in every direction, with people, buildings, trees and changing views appearing from one step to the next. Barcelona’s Rambla is one of the city’s most recognizable streets, but photographing it also means finding a personal viewpoint within a place that is constantly in motion.
Barcelona, in Catalonia, Spain, has La Rambla as one of its most familiar urban landmarks. The street crosses the center of the city, connecting Plaça de Catalunya with the port area, and its atmosphere gradually changes along the way. It is an urban walk where people are an essential part of the scene, together with the buildings, trees and side streets opening along the route.
This photograph came from wanting to preserve one of those passing moments. I wanted to capture the Rambla with my camera without necessarily searching for the most famous landmark or a perfectly arranged composition. I am more interested in photographs that retain something of a street’s everyday character, especially when that street is already known all over the world.
If you are wondering what to see in Barcelona, La Rambla is almost inevitably among the first places mentioned. Its central position also makes it a natural route towards other parts of the city. For me, however, its photographic interest is not only about where the street leads. It is also about how the surroundings change continuously while you walk along it.
Different places appear along the sides of the Rambla. La Boqueria market brings the movement and colors of everyday life, while the Gran Teatre del Liceu gives the street a strong cultural and architectural presence. Then there are street performers, musicians and living statues, all contributing to an urban space that can rarely be photographed in exactly the same way twice.
The word rambla has Arabic origins and comes from ramla, associated with the meaning of sand. The term later became common in several Spanish cities for streets developed along former waterways or areas once crossed by water. I find this a small but interesting detail because behind the name of one of Barcelona’s best-known streets there is still a reference to the landscape from which the name originated.
La Rambla, however, is not only the main pedestrian route seen in the most familiar photographs. One of the interesting parts of walking here is looking at what happens on either side, in the smaller streets and spaces opening between the buildings. The atmosphere can change very quickly, and that is often where I find less predictable photographic subjects.
This image also fits the way I like to document places through personal viewpoints and smaller details. There are already other photographs of Barcelona on the blog, including one dedicated to the Liceu Theatre on the Rambla. Returning to the same place through different images allows a longer visual story to develop naturally, without trying to make every photograph completely different from the previous one.
What interests me most about the Rambla is precisely its ability to change while remaining recognizable. Even when walking along the same stretch, the people, movement, activity and details around the street are never quite identical. A photograph can therefore become a small record of one particular passage rather than simply another representation of a famous place.
For anyone visiting Barcelona, La Rambla is certainly a street worth seeing, but I prefer to think of it as a place to observe rather than simply cross. There is no need to stop at every attraction. Sometimes it is enough to follow the route, look at the façades, watch the people passing by and let a small detail suggest the photograph.
That is where this image comes from. It does not attempt to summarize Barcelona or explain the whole Rambla. It simply keeps one fragment of my own passage through one of the city’s most recognizable streets.

What detail of the Rambla caught your attention most during a walk through Barcelona? Add a comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.

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4 August 2026

Grilled octopus at La Boqueria in Barcelona

Polpo alla griglia con hummus servito alla Boqueria di Barcellona su banco del mercato con piatto curato e colori vivaci

Grilled octopus at La Boqueria in Barcelona.
Among the busy stalls of La Boqueria market in Barcelona, one of the most popular spots if you are looking for what to eat in Barcelona, I stopped in front of a dish that immediately caught my attention: grilled octopus with hummus. It looked familiar and unfamiliar at the same time, something I knew but presented in a different way.
A few months ago, on my way back from the Caribbean by ship, I decided to take a break here, right in the market that opens onto La Rambla. Barcelona, in Catalonia, Spain, is a place I’ve visited more than once, but food is always what brings a new perspective to the experience.
Octopus has always been one of my favorite dishes, and I usually go for the traditional Galician style, with potatoes, paprika, and olive oil. This time, though, the version was grilled and paired with hummus instead. I still ordered it, and I took this photo because visually it worked really well: the texture of the octopus against the creamy base created a strong contrast that felt worth capturing.
The first bite, however, told a slightly different story. It wasn’t bad at all, but it didn’t give me that familiar feeling I was expecting. Sometimes reinterpretations change the balance more than you think, and I found myself missing the simplicity of the classic version.
A quick note: “pulpo a la gallega” comes from the Galicia region in Spain and was traditionally served during local fairs, cooked in large copper pots and enjoyed as a simple but flavorful dish.
While sitting there, I thought about another seafood dish I had photographed before, completely different in style but equally eye-catching. Food, just like places, can surprise you in unexpected ways depending on how it is presented.
If you are visiting La Boqueria and wondering what to eat, it’s worth trying new things—but maybe don’t skip the classics entirely.

Have you ever ordered something that looked perfect and then realized you preferred the traditional version? Add a comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.

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Hummus originates from the Middle East, the region where chickpea cultivation began. Similar variations are documented in Damascus as far back as the 18th century. Today, it is widely popular in Middle Eastern cuisine—particularly Levantine cuisine—where it is considered a staple food and is served alongside pita and falafel.
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31 July 2026

Tropical fruits at a Barcelona market

Bancarella di frutta tropicale in un mercato di Barcellona con mango, platani e peperoncini colorati

30 July 2026

Jamon at Boqueria Market in Barcelona

UPiatto di jamon spagnolo alla Boqueria di Barcellona con pan y tomate della tradizione catalana

Jamon at Boqueria Market in Barcelona.
During one of my visits to Spain, I captured with my camera a simple but memorable moment: a plate of Spanish jamon enjoyed at Boqueria Market in Barcelona, served with traditional pan y tomate. This photograph is not only about food, but also about a travel memory, one of those small experiences that become connected forever with a place.
Boqueria Market in Barcelona, located on La Rambla in the heart of the city, is one of the places where I enjoy observing the relationship between products, people and traditions. Here Spanish jamon becomes a symbol of local food culture, with large cured hams hanging from the stalls and colourful displays showing an important part of Spanish gastronomy.
Whenever I arrive in Spain by ship, I always try to find some time to taste a plate of jamon. Over the years this has become a small personal tradition connected with my travels. What attracts me is not only the flavour of the food, but also the atmosphere of the place where it is enjoyed, surrounded by the daily rhythm of a city.
This photograph was created from my attention to simple details: a plate on the table, the deep colour of the thinly sliced ham and the traditional pan y tomate served alongside it. This combination of bread with tomato, olive oil and salt represents the Spanish approach to food, where a few ingredients can create something full of character.
Boqueria Market, officially known as Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, is one of Barcelona’s most famous historic markets. Its origins date back to the nineteenth century, and over time it has become a reference point for discovering local products and specialities from different areas of Spain.
If you are visiting Barcelona, Boqueria Market is a place worth seeing not only for its food but also for the atmosphere created by vendors, visitors and everyday life. It is a place where gastronomy and the identity of the city meet naturally.
As I have already shared in other photographs from my journeys through Spain, I like to preserve the small moments of travel because they often become the strongest memories. A meal, a street, or a simple detail can tell the story of an entire journey.
This plate of jamon at Boqueria Market represents exactly that: a short stop during a trip, an authentic flavour and a photograph connected with the energy of Barcelona.

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Jamón ibérico (Iberian ham)—also known as *pata negra* or *carna negra*—is a type of ham made from Iberian pigs; it is highly prized in Spanish and Portuguese cuisine, where it is considered a gourmet product. To be produced and marketed under this name, the meat must come from animals resulting from a crossbreed that is at least 50% Iberian by genetic makeup.
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20 July 2026

The Gothic rose window of San Jaume in Barcelona

Rosone gotico della chiesa di San Jaume a Barcellona con iscrizione dedicata alla Madonna di Montserrat

The Gothic rose window of San Jaume in Barcelona.
Walking through the historic center of Barcelona, I stopped in front of a detail that could easily be missed: the Gothic rose window of San Jaume church. Among the things to see in Barcelona, San Jaume is not one of the city’s most famous landmarks, but this is exactly what makes it interesting, because smaller historic buildings often reveal unexpected details.
This photograph comes from my passion for architectural details, the elements that may not appear in the most common images of a city but still tell important stories. In Barcelona, it is easy to focus on the Sagrada Familia or the cathedral, yet the smaller Gothic churches also preserve remarkable examples of art and history.
I was in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, near La Rambla, in an area where medieval heritage and modern city life exist side by side. The rose window of San Jaume church caught my attention because of its elegant design and the inscription “Rosa d’abril, Morena de la serra”, a reference to Our Lady of Montserrat, one of the most important religious figures in Catalonia.
Our Lady of Montserrat is also known as “La Moreneta” because of the dark color of her skin and is considered the patron saint of Catalonia. An interesting detail is that her sanctuary is located on the spectacular Montserrat mountain range, one of the most important spiritual destinations in the region.
What I enjoy photographing in places like this is the connection between art, history, and small details. A rose window, a carved inscription, or a simple decorative element can tell a story that goes beyond the first impression.
On the blog I have shared other lesser-known corners of the cities I have visited, because sometimes the places away from the most famous routes create the strongest memories. This photograph belongs to that kind of image, born from curiosity and the desire to look beyond the obvious.
If you are visiting Barcelona, this kind of hidden detail is worth seeing because it reveals another side of the city, away from the most crowded attractions.

Have you ever noticed the hidden details inside Barcelona’s Gothic churches? Add a comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.

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According to legend, the first image of the Virgin (known in Catalan as *La Mare de Déu de Montserrat*) was discovered in a cave in 880 by children tending a flock, after they saw a light on the mountain. When the bishop learned of the discovery, he attempted to have the small statue transported to Manresa, but was unable to do so because the statue became too heavy. The bishop interpreted this sign as the Virgin’s desire to remain near the site of the discovery and consequently ordered the construction of the sanctuary.
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The Gothic rose window of San Jaume church in Barcelona – La rosace gothique de l’église San Jaume à Barcelone – El rosetón gótico de la iglesia de San Jaume en Barcelona – A rosácea gótica da igreja de San Jaume em Barcelona – Das gotische Rosenfenster der Kirche San Jaume in Barcelona – Cửa sổ hoa Gothic của nhà thờ San Jaume ở Barcelona – 巴塞罗那圣豪梅教堂的哥特式玫瑰窗 – バルセロナのサン・ジャウマ教会のゴシック様式のバラ窓

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18 July 2026

Burritos, empanadas and croquetas at La Boqueria

Burritos, empanadas e croquetas alla Boqueria

Burritos, empanadas and croquetas at La Boqueria.
Walking through La Boqueria Market in Barcelona, I stopped in front of a colorful display of Latin street food where burritos, empanadas and croquetas tell a story of different culinary traditions meeting in one place. Among the things to see in Barcelona, La Boqueria Market is a place where you can experience the city not only through its streets but also through its flavors.
Inside the busy market aisles, I found this small corner filled with simple dishes carrying centuries of influences. Burritos at La Boqueria, with their wrapped flour tortillas and rich fillings, recall Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, while empanadas bring a tradition shared between Spain and many Latin American countries. Next to them, croquetas represent a classic Spanish preparation, with a creamy center and a crispy fried coating.
I was in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, right on La Rambla, where La Boqueria has become one of the most recognizable places in the city. Photographing these foods was a way to capture a moment where travel meets everyday life. A quick stop at a market stall can become a memory because it shows something genuine about the place. I have shared similar stories on the blog from other markets during my travels, where local food often becomes a different way to understand a city.
The market, officially known as Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, has ancient origins and has grown into one of Barcelona’s most famous food destinations. An interesting detail is that today it is not only a place for Catalan products but also hosts international cuisines, creating a meeting point between cultures.
What I enjoy most about places like this is the constant movement: different traditions side by side, visitors discovering new flavors, and locals continuing their daily routines. It is not simply about eating, but about experiencing a small part of the city’s identity.
This photograph of burritos, empanadas and croquetas at La Boqueria brings me back to that feeling of discovery that only a market can create.

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Photos taken with a Canon EOS M100 camera and a Canon EF-M 11-22 lens.

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La Boqueria is Spain’s most famous market and one of the largest in Catalonia, spanning 2,583 square meters and hosting over 300 stalls. It is also one of the oldest markets in Spain; it originated in the early 17th century just outside the city walls on the Pla de la Boqueria—a small square facing the current market—to avoid taxes on goods. It was later inaugurated in 1836 at its present location midway along the famous Rambla, between the Palau de la Virreina and the Liceu Theatre.
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Burritos, empanadas and croquetas at La Boqueria – Burritos, empanadas et croquetas à la Boqueria – Burritos, empanadas y croquetas en la Boquería – Burritos, empanadas e croquetas na Boqueria – Burritos, Empanadas und Croquetas an der Boqueria – Burritos, empanadas và croquetas tại Boqueria – 博盖里亚市场的墨西哥卷饼、馅饼和可乐饼 – ボケリア市場のブリトー、エンパナーダ、クロケッタ

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16 July 2026

The Columbus statue on Barcelona’s Rambla

La statua di Cristoforo Colombo a Barcellona

The Columbus statue on Barcelona’s Rambla.
Walking toward the sea along Barcelona’s famous Rambla, I reached one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, an imposing monument that marks the end of one of the most famous streets in Spain. The Columbus statue in Barcelona is one of the places worth seeing during a visit to the city center, especially for those interested in discovering the connection between Barcelona and the memory of the Genoese navigator.
This photograph captures the moment when the Rambla opens toward the waterfront, where the large square hosts this impressive monument. From this perspective, the statue becomes part of a wider scene: behind it there is the energy of the city, while ahead there is the harbor and the Mediterranean. It is a place where history and everyday life constantly meet.
The Columbus statue is located in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, and was created by sculptor Rafael Atché at the end of the 19th century. The monument was inaugurated in 1888 during the Barcelona Universal Exposition and shows Columbus standing on top of a tall column, with his arm extended toward the sea.
One of the most interesting details about the monument is the uncertainty surrounding the direction of Columbus’s finger. Although many visitors assume he is pointing directly toward America, the exact meaning of the gesture has often been debated. The position is generally considered symbolic rather than a precise geographical indication.
When I photograph famous monuments, I like to look beyond their reputation and focus on the details that make each place unique. The surrounding environment often tells another story: people walking by, the architecture of the city, and the way a historical symbol continues to exist within modern life.
On the blog, I have also shared other stories from European cities because travel photography is often about discovering the relationship between places, memories, and the small details that remain after a visit.

This image reminds me that some landmarks become unforgettable not only because of their size, but because of the stories and questions they create. Have you ever visited a famous monument and discovered a detail you had never noticed before? Add a comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.

Photos taken with Canon EOS RP and Tamron 16-300 lens.

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The Christopher Columbus Monument (Monument a Colom in Catalan) is a statue in honor of Christopher Columbus (Cristòfor Colom in Catalan) located at the end of La Rambla in front of the port of Barcelona. The 60-meter-high monument is among the most famous in the city and in Spain as a whole. It was built on the initiative of the merchant Antoni Fages I Ferrer in honor of the great Genoese navigator, to commemorate Columbus’s return from the New World to visit Isabella of Castile and Ferdinand II of Aragon. It is located in the Portal de la Pau (Portal of Peace) square, the junction between the lower end of Las Ramblas and the Passeig de Colom (Columbus Promenade) in front of the port.
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La statua di Colombo sulla Rambla di Barcellona – The Columbus statue on Barcelona’s Rambla – La statue de Colomb sur la Rambla de Barcelone – La estatua de Colón en la Rambla de Barcelona – A estátua de Colombo na Rambla de Barcelona – Die Kolumbus-Statue auf der Rambla von Barcelona – Tượng Columbus trên phố Rambla Barcelona – 巴塞罗那兰布拉大道上的哥伦布雕像 – バルセロナのランブラス通りのコロンブス像

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