Ancient Ruins
El Congrés i els Indians
Ancient Ruins in Barcelona
Ancient Ruins in Barcelona, Spain
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Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
El Congrés i els Indians
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
El Congrés i els Indians
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
El Congrés i els Indians
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
Horta-Guinardó
Ancient Ruins • Architectural Buildings
Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera
Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i la Ribera
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- Benjamin MoyeNorwich, UK400 contributionsThis is a tiny site but it's a hidden gem. The site is tucked away down side streets in the Gothic Quarter but the Roman columns are worth seeing. The columns are accompanied by some information boards to explain the history of the site and the wider area.Written 16 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- nam p48 contributionsThis is nostalgic place and very artsy. Only take a few mins to go around the place and admire this beauty. You definitely gonna pass by this place when you go around the cathedral. Take a moment to step inside, it's free.Written 14 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JnVSydneyGreater Sydney, Australia18,252 contributionsDuring a walk within the gothic quarter there are many things to see, this is the oldest fountain in Barcelona, built in the mid 1300's the mosaic mural was added in recent times.Written 23 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- on_the_go_98765Tucson18,350 contributionsThings are always a little fuzzy when going back to 304 AD but, going on faith and whatever records the Romans left behind, Diocletian ended the lives of a nine year old boy and his thirteen year old brother on religious grounds. Justus (the elder) and Pastor are believed to be the subject of this fountain's naming.
This is the second oldest fountain in Barcelona. In 1367 this fountain, in the Placa de Sant Just, sprung to life. The original three heads would have been the sources for the water. Today there are 2 spigots between the 3 heads. Up above is a single figure of what looks to be a young boy; suppositions are that this is a depiction of Saint Just(us). But, after 100 years, who can really say with any certainty?
In 1831, it had a minor face-lift/reconstruction. It still looks like it is original.
Still, it is a medieval treasure, so simple and free of formality and pomp. Amazing how the people of Barcelona can set up tables, chairs, and cafes around treasures like this that are 1,700+ years old. Seems like they should be under protective glass.Written 1 October 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JnVSydneyGreater Sydney, Australia18,252 contributionsLocated within Placa Boqueria. is this lovely stone fountain in the neoclassical style created in 1830. This is a lovely area just to hang out in.Written 22 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MattJaneBel Air, MD100 contributionsWe kind of ran into this museum while walking through the Gothic Quarter. It was cheap to get into and you got to see a lot of ancient history below street level. I am going to say this is a must see while in the Gothic Quarter for sure.Written 22 April 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Richard SQueensbury, UK731 contributionsThe entrance is free and once inside you can the old walls and through a glass panel in the floor the old foundationsWritten 8 February 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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