Boqueria Market
The Boqueria Market can be found on Barcelona's most famous pedestrian street, La Rambla. This is one of the oldest food markets in the world and the most popular in Europe. Immediately upon entering, it amazes with the abundance of goods, bright colors and crowds.
Description
Visitors are greeted by fruit and sweet rows: traditional Spanish apples, pears, cherries, strawberries, cherries, apricots, peaches are combined with pineapples, kiwis, bananas and other exotic fruits. A variety of sweets will satisfy the most demanding taste.
The glass and metal building of the Boqueria market, decorated with magnificent mosaics, occupies more than 2.5 thousand square meters. m. The market is considered a paradise for gourmets; it is famous for the excellent quality and freshness of its products. Vegetables, fruits, meat, dairy products and, of course, seafood - all this is presented for sale in huge quantities.
Eloquence, friendliness and persuasiveness of traders are one of the main elements of local trade. This is not surprising - the craft of sellers is passed on from generation to generation. The indescribable aromas of spices whet your appetite, which can easily be quenched in numerous cafes and bars located right on the market. The most famous is the Pinotxo bar, along with a variety of delicious fish dishes, its menu includes a delicious potato omelet.
Ibérico jamon is considered one of the main products of the Boqueria market. Its exquisite taste captivates gourmets around the world. Homemade bread soaked in tomato juice and olive oil makes you want to try it immediately. Cheeses with tears, goat and sheep, soft and hard - it’s hard to resist their splendor and taste.
The fish rows of the Boqueria market are a separate fascinating story. Clams, squid, octopus, cuttlefish - here you can find everything that can be found in the sea. Among the huge assortment of fish, devil fish is very popular. The scary-looking animal is said to have a unique taste and has no small bones.
The market hosts exciting culinary master classes that invariably attract the attention of children and adults.
A little history
Back in 1217, tables were set up outside the city walls to sell meat. From 1470 they began to sell pigs. Traders came from all over the area. The place of lively trade was gaining more and more popularity and was already called the “Straw Market”. The name lasted until 1794
The space of the Boqueria market was open, only columns surrounded it along the perimeter. It was considered a continuation of the market from Nova Square. Local farmers sold fish, meat and poultry here. In 1826, city authorities finally recognized the market as independent, and its development began. Construction according to the design of the architect Mas Vila began in March 1840. Work continued until 1846. The official opening date was 1853.
In 1911, the market was supplemented with a new fish market. In 1914, a metal roof appeared over the market, which still covers it today. Geometric glass mosaic figures are harmoniously fitted into the forged arch.
In 2005, international experts awarded the Boqueria market the title of the best market in the world. CNN named it a top fun market in 2012.
The Boqueria market, also known as Sant Josep or San José, is shrouded in an atmosphere of eternal celebration. It works around the clock. Excitement, cheerful communication, endless bargaining - lift the spirits of all market participants, making buyers and simply curious tourists want to come here again and again.
