Day 241 : Dali & Surealism

The last highlight of my trip in Spain… Dali Museum.  Dali is known for its eccentric art, and I was strongly recommended to visit the museum by Konstantinos when I first when to Athens and it was also the first time I heard about the concept of Surrealism. 

Located in Figueres and about 30 minutes by train from Girona, I had woken up much later than I had hoped for (perhaps it was because I was still trying to recover from my flu).  I quickly got ready and headed off to buy my train ticket, and by the time I reached Figueres, it was about 1.30pm. 

Upon leaving the train station, I followed the signs towards the Dali museum, and after about a 15 minutes walk, I reached the museum and paid for my admission. 

Day 240 : Girona

Girona is a small and compact medieval town, and worth staying at least a day to visit the beautiful sights the city has to offer.  Most of its sights are centred within the Old Town, enclosed within the ancient walls. 

Day 239 : Typical (or not so typical) Catalonian lunch

I was invited to join Miquel and his friends for a Sunday lunch at his friend´s place, which he says would generally last through till evening.

We arrived at his friend´s place (Mariona and Fernando) at 12noon, and both of us couldn't believe that we ended up staying till 10pm before walking home!  Miquel shared that this is not common, as they usually meet at a restaurant and will typically be chased out by around evening, but this is the first time they do it at someone's house and lasted much longer than he expected.

Day 235 : Montjuic

Montjuic is a hill located in the south-west of the city centre and I heard that it commands a great view of the city from the castle at the top, and also houses a few interesting monuments. 


Palau Nacional

I took the metro to Placa Espanya and upon arrival, there was great crowds as it seemed there was a Mobile World Congress happening at Palau Nacional, thus blocking one of the pathways. 

Wanting to be sure I got the right route, I approached the tourist information counter and asked for directions.  I was extremely appalled by the service of the staff though!  A summary of our conversation as follows :