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Guide to Barcelona

Eating

Breakfast (esmorzar/desayuno) is generally a no-nonsense affair, taken at a bar on the way to work. Lunchtime (dinar/comida) is essentially from 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm and is the main meal of the day. No local would contemplate having dinner (sopar/cena) before 9.00 pm. That said, although restaurants tend to stay open until 1.00 am or so, most kitchens close by 11.30pm.

Weather

Barcelona's location on the shores of the Mediterranean means that it enjoys a warm, welcoming climate and pleasant temperatures all year round. Between the Barceloneta district and the River Besos, the city has over 4 kilometres of perfectly equipped beaches, which are frequented by its residents during most of the year. Barcelona also has an Olympic harbour which provides excellent conditions for water sports.

Rainfall is often heavy, with around 1,000 mm falling each year. This helps to maintain the many green areas around the city.