Barcelona

Visiting Barcelona has always been on my 'to-go' list. I had heard many horrible stories about pickpockets and general security problems. And yet, every one of my friends still recommended it as the place to go.

Having spent 4 days there last week, I can honestly say that I am in love with it. Everything about its culture, city vibe, food and the people. I know there are many tourists who are still overwhelmed by stories of pickpocketing and stuff like that, but I can reassure you that there has not been a single attempt while I was there, and of all the sight seeing spots, there were police scattered everywhere.

As a first time go-er in Barcelona, I had to visit all the main touristy attractions - Gaudi's Casa Batillo, La Pedrera, Sagrada Familia and Park Guell; La Boqueria (fresh food market); Joan Miro's Foundation; MNAC - the National Museum; Picasso Museum etc.

As a foodie, I had so much fun in La Boqueria, where I brought back spices like paprika and saffron at a very decent prices! You always get to see all of its local produce in the area such as fish, shellfish, fruits, vegetables etc! It was absolutely eye opening!

My highlight was definitely my visit to Miro's museum. You know how the Spanish dedicate their cities to their artists: Madrid has Goya, and Barcelona Miro. There seems to be a lot of influences of Miro's work around the city, whether it was street art or buildings.

Let my photos speak for themselves!