" Mirador de Colom "

Continuing Columbus' tower,
Let's take a tour inside,
The entrance fee is roughly 3.50 euros, 3 euros if you have a HOHO bus touristic pass.
Someone will accompany you all the way to an old aged elevator,
that can accommodate around 8 persons only. ( i think... )










I have mixed feelings if it's worth the ride or not.
On one hand, you can't argue the picturesque 360 scene,
it's just spectacular and to see Barcelona in a different point of view.
On the other,
I think as I get older,
my fear for this and that keeps adding up. ^0^










finally, our names engraved!



in case of emergency
there's a fire alarm,
in fact, a group of tourist were stranded there for hours last march I think, when
the elevator got stuck.



we couldn't resist writing more! sorry!




the clover leaf silhouette outside.





the walls...vandalized in every corner.






here's something:

First: if you have a faint heart for heights and if you're claustrophobic, then I suggest, quit this tour.
The space is just too small and unbreathable, esp. if a larger person were there.
I think It was barely 5 minutes when I suddenly got scared.

Second: don't try to go up if it's windy, rainy or foggy.
you won't see anything.
Plus, when we were there, we could almost feel the whole thing swinging to and fro.

Third: there are other places where you can catch a great view.
There's the top of MNAC museum and it's Free!
or, Park Guell, which is also beautiful,
or, ride a cable to Montjuic,
or, head to the Tibidabo via Tramvia, ( note though: closed during Winter.)











PS:
we couldn't resist this Hotdog stand.



our verdict...
simply delish!



* where was this *
Rambla del Mar
Barcelona

" A place in the sun "

One thing I had noticed about the local catalans,
they don't veer away from the camera.
In fact, they'd be happy if you take a picture
of them and generously gave you that
warm smile or a gestured hello.



Here's this guy rowing his boat freely and
nice enough to pause for a second and smile back.

* where was this *
Rambla del mar
Port Vell- BCN

" Maremagnum "

Further ahead Rambla del Mar as you walk through the wooden bridge,
is the hippest mall in BCN called Maremàgnum,
designed by Piñon and Viaplana as a modern, glass and chrome design,
this structure makes one gaped as you look up and see its cool reflection
from the quay, to the port and more!



in fact, both of us are in this foto! can you see us?!

I'm joining the weekend reflections by James.
for more cool reflective shots,
click here.

* where was this *
maremagnum-
rambla del mar- BCN

" Las Golondrinas "

If your feet got tired from too much walking.
Another way to explore the Barceloneta area and its environs is to take the
Golondrinas- "swallow tour ",
like a boat taxi, but mostly for tourists.
It runs short trips around the harbour.



Because we went there during Winter, the ride didn't seem to be a good idea.
But the tour would've been interesting.



and here's an iconic figure along rambla del mar,
unfortunately,I couldn't find any information about it...




* where was this *
Rambla del Mar
Port Vell- BCN

" Rambla del Mar "

Rambla del Mar is located right at the heart of the mediterrenean sea,
It is a perfect place for people watching.



take this one, the lady in Burberry scarf clearly knows I'm about to take this shot
and she nonchalantly walks passed by the camera. ^-^



It is also an ideal spot for bird watching,
and see these huge and small sailboats and yachts alike.
Certainly, a nice stroll for a lazy aftenoon to ease your mind off worries.



* where was this *
Rambla del Mar
Port Vell- BCN

" Rambla del Mar "

For some reason I have vague recollections of my trip to Rambla del Mar.
Probably, It was the least of my favorites.
still, the weather didn't disappoint us,
and something you should not omit in your to-go list either.



It welcomes you with this handsome wooden bridge and
high undulating curves and arches.



How to get there:
take the Metro and get off at Drassaness or Barceloneta.

* where was this *
Rambla del Mar
Port Vell- BCN