The history of Barcelona stretches over 2000 years to its origins as an Iberian village named Barkeno. [1] Its easily defensible location on the coastal plain between the Collserola ridge (512 m) and the Mediterranean Sea , the coastal route between central Europe and the rest of the Iberian Peninsula , has ensured its continued importance, if ...

3 天之前 · The city is indeed a major cultural centre with a remarkable history. It abounds with archives, libraries, museums, and buildings of interest, featuring superb examples of Modernist and Art Nouveau decor and architecture.

Discover the enthralling history of Barcelona from when it was first settled to the present, now a modern and surprising city. The earliest historical data in Barcelona begins with the first human remains in the area, dating back to 2500 BC and the existence of the first settlement dates from between 2000 and 1500 BC.

6 天之前 · According to tradition, Barcelona was founded by either the Phoenicians or the Carthaginians, who had trading posts along the Catalonian coast. It is no longer thought, however, that the city owes its name to the family of the Carthaginian leader Hamilcar Barca.

The fruitful medieval period established Barcelona's position as the economic and political centre of the Western Mediterranean. The city's Gothic Quarter bears witness to the splendour enjoyed by the city from the 13th to the 15th centuries.

Barcelona (/ ˌ b ɑːr s ə ˈ l oʊ n ə / ⓘ BAR-sə-LOH-nə; Catalan: [bəɾsəˈlonə] ⓘ; Spanish: [baɾθeˈlona] ⓘ) is a city on the northeastern coast of Spain.It is the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia, as well as the second-most populous municipality of Spain.With a population of 1.6 million within city limits, [8] its urban area extends to ...

A journey through the history of Barcelona: Roman Barcino, the Medieval era, the modern and industrial city and the contemporary period. Go on a journey through the different historical eras of Barcelona, from Roman Barcino to the city of today.

The following is a timeline of the history of the city of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. 133 BCE – Romans in power. [1] 343 CE – Bishopric established. [2] 414 – Visigoth Ataulphus headquartered in Barcelona. [3] 713 – Arabs in power. [2] 801 – Siege of Barcelona, Franks in power; [2] County of Barcelona established.

A selection of materials from the MUHBA from which to weave an open and questioning history of Barcelona, in six periods and from different perspectives.

Learn about the major events in Barcelona history. Insight Guides provides detailed historical information and timelines to help you plan for your trip. Discover a brief history of Barcelona, Spain here.