7 Amazing facts about Barcelona that will amaze you.

Here are some amazing facts about Barcelona rich history, and architectural wonders will surprise you!

Barcelona serves as the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia.

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Barcelona ranks as the second-most populous municipality in Spain, after the capital city, Madrid.

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Positioned on the northeast coast of the Iberian Peninsula, Barcelona faces the Mediterranean Sea.

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Barcelona stands as the fifth most populous urban area in the European Union, following Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid, and Milan.

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With a rich cultural heritage, Barcelona serves as an important cultural center and a major tourist destination.

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Barcelona ranks as the 12th most popular city destination in the world and the 5th among European cities.

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Serving as a major cultural, economic, and financial center in southwestern Europe, Barcelona is also home to the main biotech hub in Spain.

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