Friday 8 May 2015

Bunker Del Carmel

Bunker Del Carmel in Barcelona (Spain)


Anyone who wants to see the alluring architectural delights Catalan capital with bird's-eye view, should definitely get to the top of the ruins of the bunker del Carmel. Once a strategically important military facility is now a popular tourist attraction.
Bunker del Carmel was built as an anti-aircraft defenses in 1938 during the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). On top of the hill the Tour de la Vir hopper arranged so as to be able to inspect the entire city. They also have large gun (diameter - 105 mm), which have helped to protect from further bombing of Barcelona.
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After the end of hostilities guns removed, and the tank is simply left to crumble. However, the place opens as a beautiful view of the city, could not remain unnoticed for a long time. Abandoned and almost mysterious lookout quickly began to enjoy great popularity among tourists.
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Finally, in the early 2000s, when this place became more and more tourists to visit, the city authorities decided to carry out the restoration of a small bunker del Carmel, to make this more attractive tourist attraction. Despite sailed tourists in this shelter everyone can take a break from the streets of the metropolis and feel lonely.
This year the bunker Del Carmel again restored. Completion and re-opening is expected in April.