Montjuïc is considered the birthplace of Barcelona. This coastal mountain offers a magnificent view of the city's port. At the 184.8 m high peak were several fortifications, one of which (a 17th century castle) is still intact to this day. At the beginning of the 20th century, an architectural and park complex was created here.
This place attracts thousands of tourists throughout the year and when you visit, you will be able to spend a fascinating and impressing day there, thanks to the many attractions of both ancient and modern Italian culture. At the foot of Montjuïc is one of the largest parks in Europe, with an area of about 70 thousand hectares.
Monte Montjuïc is located in the southern part of Barcelona, near the seaport at 173 meters above sea level. In ancient times, the Laius mountain settlement was named after the temple of Jupiter - Mons Jovis. Later it was called Mont juïc (Monjuïc), which is translated from Old Catalan as "Jewish Mount". On the hillside was a Jewish cemetery. Later, an observation post was established there to monitor the sea coast. Montjuïc has some of the best museums in Barcelona, the facilities of the 1929 World's Fair and the Olympic complex built for the 1992 Olympic Games. In addition, on the hill there are small gardens with beautifully trimmed trees, sculptures and fountains. Being an ideal place to relax while looking at the city of Barcelona. Other of its main attractions are the Olympic Stadium with 65,000 seats and a light and music source with 3,600 water jets and 5,000 floodlights.
The road to the hill is usually enjoyable: in addition to the trivial tourist bus that goes up to the top, it can be reached by cable car from the Old Port (air ferry), whose cabins are happily swayed by the winds of the sea, or by cable car and other cable car from the foot of Montjuïc.
