Badalona, Spain

Badalona Spain


Badalona is a city located in the northeastern part of the province of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It is situated on the Mediterranean coast, about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) northeast of Barcelona. Here are some key pieces of information about Badalona:

History

Badalona has a long history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period. The city has been ruled by various groups over the centuries, including the Romans, Visigoths, Moors, and Catalans.

Population

As of 2021, Badalona has a population of around 220,000 people, making it the third-largest city in Catalonia.

Economy

Badalona has a diverse economy, with industries such as textiles, metallurgy, and chemicals. The city is also home to a number of small and medium-sized businesses.

Culture:

Badalona has a rich cultural heritage, with notable attractions including the Roman baths, the Gothic-style Santa Maria Church, and the Museum of Badalona. The city is also known for its lively festivals, including the Festa Major in August and the Carnaval in February.

Sports:

Badalona is a city with a strong sports tradition. It is home to several sports clubs, including the basketball team Joventut Badalona, one of the most successful teams in Spanish basketball history. The city also has a beach volleyball club and hosts the annual Badalona Beach Volleyball Open.

Transport:

Badalona is well-connected to Barcelona and other nearby cities by public transportation. The city has several metro stations on Line 2 of the Barcelona Metro, as well as bus and train connections. The Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) south of Badalona.

Climate:

Like Barcelona, Badalona has a Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and hot summers. The average temperature in July and August is around 27°C (81°F), while the average temperature in January is around 11°C (52°F). Overall, Badalona is a vibrant and diverse city with a rich history and culture, as well as a strong sports tradition.

Badalona attractions

Badalona beach
Quiet beach with good facilities. The Pont del Petroli (Petroleum Bridge) is a small pier originally used for the unloading of petroleum from ships but remodeled in 2009 for recreational use. It is 250 m long and 6m above the sea and has lovely views.

badalona-beach

Sant Jeroni de la Murtra monastery
Monastery built in the 15th century in a valley of the Marina mountain range where Christopher Columbus is said to have met with the Catholic Monarchs of Spain, Queen Isabella I of Castile and King Ferdinand II of Aragon, on his return from his first voyage to the Americas.

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Roman Remains at Badalona Museum
The name Badalona comes from ancient Iberian word Baitolo according to the legend of several bronze coins of the end of the 2nd century BC found in the city. This word was the origin of the Latin name Baetulo that was as the Romans named the new city they founded off the coast of present Badalona. Remains of the Roman city Baetulo including Roman baths, part of a Roman road and Roman shops can be see at Badalona's Roman museum which displays 3,400 m of the remains of the Roman city Baetulo. A visit begins in the Roman baths, from the first half of the 1st century BC, and include the palestra, the frigidarium, the tepidarium and the caldarium. The visit continues underneath the current plaza Font i Cussó, an area that was around the Forum of the Roman city. You can see remains of Roman residential buildings with ground floor shops. There are also remains of other buildings from late Roman times, such as a room, a mausoleum and a water tank. The Roman city has an scenic illumination and elements of historical reconstruction and effects to transport visitors back in time to the ancient Baetulo.

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How to get to Badalona

By train
Line R1 of Renfe trains stops at Badalona's train station in the city centre and by sea

Where to stay in Badalona
Badalona Roman Festival

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