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Cherries and Cheese
An image of the Mercat de la Bouqueria. Dates back to 1217 and had a number of different names, including Mercat Bornet and Mercat de Palla or straw market. In the beginning , this market didn't have an enclosure and was an extension of the Placa Nova Mercat. The building that houses this particular market is based on a Modernista- influenced design. This market is one of the best -stocked and most colourful markets in Europe. It is one of the city's most visited landmarks.
Size: 2592px × 3872px
Location: 2013
Photo credit: © Debbie Cooper / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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