Goodness, what a day. The Pyrenees are pretty, cheap accommodation is hard to find, and La Rambla is the coolest street in the world.
Started the day with a lovely bus ride through the Pyrenees from Andorra-la-vella - lots of nice churches and farms, and more lofty peaks. Got to Barcelona and hit a snag - everywhere was full. After an hour of phone and internet, found one place, for 117 euros. Beyond the budget, but nothing for it. Found the hotel, very nice, watched Grey's Anatomy dubbed in German.
Hopped online, found somewhere for tomorrow for 10 euros. Slight difference.
Went to La Rambla - officially the coolest street in the world. Street performers, pet shops, florists, market stalls, artists - generally in that order. And people, thousands and thousands of people. Everyone looks very laid-back and hip. Brilliant people-watching.
Went to the Central Market along the way - very packed, the seafood and butchers were fascinatingly gross. One butcher just sold organs, as well as sheep heads. Saw a lobster make a getaway - it got to the far end of the cabinet, then wasn't sure what to do. Also, rabbits and chickens are sold with heads still attached, and the prosciutto has trotters.
At the end of La Rambla, on the waterfront, there was some kind of marine-themed festival / parade going on, with crazy costumes and giant inflatable sharks. Also nearby - a wine-tasting festival and some really cool antique stands.
Barcelona is so full of life and energy - and I've only seen one street.
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