Ronda de Dalt by-pass. We were led by Liz, our "official" tour guide who came prepared with written notes on the various buildings we passed and maps for all. You will see what a pretty day it was for the middle of February! We started off with coffee in the Casa Orlandai civic centre on Carrer Jaume Picquet, where our regular meetings take place on the second floor. The building is located just outside the Sarria FCG train station, so is very easy to get to from downtown Barcelona.
Down the street at number 30 is a typical Modernist home with floral elements featuring on the recently restored facade above the door.
The Plaça Sant Vincent is one of Sarria's best preserved squares. There is a delightful little cafe where we have eaten lunch on the corner, behind that big tree!
Some recently renovated homes on this square...rather colourful for the area!
The main shopping street, Major de Sarria.
The famous Foix de Sarria pastry and chocolate shop, established 1886 by P. Mas i Rubinat and J. Foix i Ribera, parents of the writer J.V. Foix.
Restaurant Antiga Casa Rafael on Major de Sarria, founded in 1876.
The back garden of Torre Amat at No. 9 Carrer Duquesna d'Orleans, a 19th century former home in the Old City of Sarria. It is now used for private functions. Note the lemon tree on the right!
Inside staff was preparing for a luncheon on the day we visited.
Home of a former Mason in Sarria.
Another typical facade found in many parts of Barcelona.
Nothing beats a late morning coffee in an outdoor cafe on a sunny day! This is Plaça Consell de la Vila.
The "giants" inside City Hall, ready to be used in the next festival or parade!
The council chamber in the old city hall.
The Parroquia de Sant Vincenç, which celebrate 1,000 years of existence in 1987. The current Church is in neo-classical style and dates from the 18th century, designed by the architect Josep Mas.
Another Foix de Sarria pastry and chocolate shop is located across from the Church in the Plaça de Sarria. This one has a lovely tea room, we were told!
More elegant homes to admire!
Our tour ended in the Bar Tomas where we had a light lunch of their famous "patatas bravas" (fried potatoes with a spicy sauce), salads, etc. Everyone felt they now knew this neighbourhood a little better. It was a most pleasant day! Thank you Liz!
Hasta luego...
