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4. LLAC
Located in the centre of the park is a placid, man-made lake, where it's possible to
rent a boat for half an hour or more.
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5. ANTIC MERCAT DEL BORN
The outline of Barcelona's medieval streets, houses, shops and palaces is revealed
below this old market, the foundations of which date from 1714. The market now
houses a cultural centre.
6. CASTELL DELS TRES DRAGONS
Domènech i Montaner's striking building is now part of the Natural Science Mu-
seum, and houses the library, laboratories and part of the zoological and geological
collection. It is open to researchers only.
7. MUSEU MARTORELL
Originally a geology museum, this building is now part of the Natural Science Mu-
seum. When it reopens, in 2014, it will house an exhibition on the scientific culture
ofthecity.
Museu de Ciències Naturals (Museu Martorell) • closed for renovation
until the end of 2014 • €6 • DA
8. HIVERNACLE & UMBRACLE
The late 19th-century Hivernacle and Umbracle greenhouses are currently empty
pending renovation work. The latter was designed by architect Josep Fontseré, the
former by Josep Amargós.
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9. PARLAMENT DE CATALUNYA
Housed in the lovely Palau de la Ciutadella, 1891, is the Catalonian Parliament,
where Artur Mas (the President of Catalonia) and other political groups meet. In
front is the Plaça d'Armes and a graceful waterlily pond with a sculpture (1907) by
Josep Llimona.
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