Get ready for a journey through one of the most exciting and unusual regions of Barcelona. Many years ago, the district of Gracia was an independent town with its own way of life and unique traditions, and the people who live here today still see themselves as just a bit different from the other Barcelonans. The district of Gracia is famous for its bars and nightlife. It’s a party atmosphere which literally spills out onto the streets, not just during one of the district’s many street carnivals, but on any weekend night. But Gracia also offers fantastic sightseeing during the day; the district is home to many beautiful palaces and mansions, including many of Gaudi’s first projects, and even to Barcelona’s very own John Lennon Square.