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    Within the massive arched structure modern shipping containers guide your visit
    The central exhibit: the galley of John of Austria, built in these dockyardsJohn of Austria commanded the combined fleets against Ottoman forces in the Gulf of Lepanto, GreeceThe command deck at the stern (Sp: popa), the "poop deck".Putting myself in John's placeA galley fit to lead ships from Spain, Naples, Sicily, Venice, Genoa, & MaltaOne must make time for lunchDecorated for ChristmasLas Ramblas, lit for the holidays

    Maritime Museum of Barcelona

    December 21, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C

    Barcelona is, of course, a city on the sea, founded between two rivers. The MMB explores the linkage between sea and city, naval power, commerce, and development. The MMB is located within the old Royal Dockyards, portions of which date to the late 1300s.Read more