{"product_id":"secret-barcelona-9782361953089","title":"Secret Barcelona","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDiscover the Hidden Side of Barcelona\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nSecret Barcelona reveals the mysteries and lesser-known treasures of one of Europe's most captivating cities. This comprehensive travel guide takes you beyond the typical tourist destinations to uncover the authentic Barcelona that only locals know.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nExplore the secrets of Gaudí and the Sagrada Familia that most visitors never learn about. Navigate through a fascinating network of small trains hidden beneath the main station. Visit a mysterious amphitheater of dissection, discover an unsuspected air-raid shelter, and find the infamous kiss of death. Each location tells a story that connects you to Barcelona's rich history and culture.\n\nThe guide reveals hidden museums tucked away in shop corners, magic talismans on street signs, and secret Mason symbols scattered throughout the city. Learn about the surprising connection between FC Barcelona's emblem and Santa María del Mar. These carefully researched locations offer authentic experiences for travelers seeking more than conventional sightseeing.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDay and Night Exploration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nBarcelona transforms throughout the day, and this guide provides insights for both daylight adventures and evening discoveries. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning traveler who thinks they know the city well, these hidden locations will change your perspective on Barcelona.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Local Knowledge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nAuthored by Rocío Sierra Carbonell, a freelance journalist and documentary filmmaker with extensive international experience, and Dani Cortijo, a history graduate from the University of Barcelona and former official Catalan tour guide. Dani won Catalonia's Culture Blog Award in 2009 for his altresbarcelones.com project and has spent 15 years researching Barcelona's hidden history through books, television, radio, and press collaborations with Catalunya Ràdio, Betevé, and NacióDigital.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Guide Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThis book serves travelers who want to experience Barcelona like a local rather than a tourist. Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and anyone seeking authentic cultural experiences. The guide helps you navigate away from crowded attractions to discover the genuine character of Barcelona's neighborhoods and hidden corners.\n\nThe secrets of Gaudí and the Sagrada Familia, a terrific tour of small trains hidden under the main station, a mysterious hand, a fascinating amphitheater of dissection, an unsuspected air-raid shelter, a kiss of death, a museum tucked away in the back of a shop, a magic talisman on a street sign, secret Mason symbols, the emblem of FC Barcelona in Santa María del Mar... During the day and night, Barcelona reveals its secrets only to locals and travelers seeking to get off the beaten path. To that end, it is key to know where to go. An essential guide for those who think they know Barcelona well or for those looking to discover the hidden side of the city.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRocío Sierra Carbonell is a freelance journalist and documentary filmmaker. Having lived on five continents, she now resides in Madrid with her two young kids. These days, Rocío mainly travels in her imagination, writing fiction for TV, theatre and feature films. After decades of writing about investment, finance and tourism, she is now immersed in the world of electronic music, finding the fusion of flamenco-funk-hip-hop particularly fascinating. A history graduate from the University of Barcelona, Dani Cortijo is now a secondary-school teacher. He specialises in the city's history and for years worked as an official Catalan tour guide, focusing on revealing unknown sides of the city to Barcelona locals. In 2009 he won Catalonia's Culture Blog Award for his altresbarcelones.com project, and has spent the past 15 years researching and shedding light on the history of the city through books, TV, radio and the written press. He has collaborated in a wide range of media outlets, most prominently Catalunya Ràdio, Betevé and, currently, NacióDigital.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Jonglez Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493386883346,"sku":"9782361953089","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_47ed2c07-36a6-4052-a814-424c809c6b24.jpg?v=1730645810","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/secret-barcelona-9782361953089","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}