Gaudi's Barcelona

Published: Sept. 3, 2008, 3 p.m.

b"Barcelona's Eixample neighborhood is an architectural showcase for residents and tourists alike. Buildings adorned with, and inspired by Modernisma, Catalan's version of Art Nouveau, line the Block of Discord with characteristic, colorful, leafy, flowing and blooming shapes, ending with Gaudi's triumphant Casa Mila. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series \\u2014 including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more \\u2014 visit www.ricksteves.com."