Ancient Ruins
Barrio Gòtico (Barri Gòtic)
Barcelona Ancient Ruins
Ancient Ruins in Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona Ancient Ruins
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Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
El Congrés i els Indians
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
Barrio Gòtico (Barri Gòtic)
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
Barrio Gòtico (Barri Gòtic)
Ancient Ruins • Architectural Buildings
El Born / La Ribera
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins
Horta-Guinardó
Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks
Ciutat Vella (Old Town)
Ancient Ruins • Yoga & Pilates
What travellers are saying
- Lori P20 contributionsThe columns were very impressive. A must see if you are a U.S. tourist visiting Europe for the first time. So nice to see history being preserved and available to the public free of charge. Nice plaques in several languages to explain the historical significance.Written 31 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LostInTimePittsburgh, PA23,234 contributionsThis is a Royal palace for Ferdinand and Isabella. The ceiling is especially cool. There is a place to see some Roman ruins underneath. It’s pretty cool.Written 27 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JnVSydneyGreater Sydney, Australia21,533 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_98765Tucson20,581 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. - Thomas VOakland, CA17,830 contributionsThis is the remnants of a very old fountain along the Ramblas very near the Boqueria. Since we love the market we passed by here several times. It is an historic marker.Written 16 October 2023This 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, UK706 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.
- ICED TEAM1 contributionAshiyana means home! Definitely that's how we felt during our 3 week teacher training. Amazing nature, beautiful views from our bedroom and 10 out of 10 yoga teachers. Thank you, Chris, Tobi and Charlotte for making it possible.Written 13 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
