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The van continued down the pedestrian concourse in Las Ramblas for more than metres while crashing into pedestrians until it hit a newspaper kiosk. People walk down the wide, pedestrianised path in the centre of the street, but cars can travel on either side. Witnesses spoke of panic and seeing people covered in blood. Several pushchairs could be seen abandoned at the side of the street. A photograph released by the public broadcaster RTVE showed people lying on the ground in the street, apparently being helped by police and others.
Thirteen people have been killed. About people were injured and 15 are in serious condition. Police gave chase and, after a pursuit in which several bystanders were injured, the car overturned on the seafront road.
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Five people emerged from the car and began a shoot-out with the police in which four of them were killed. The fifth fled, was pursued by helicopter, stabbed bystanders and later died of his injuries. The Catalan interior minister ruled out a hypothesis that one of the five was the driver of the Barcelona van.
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Police say rather that they believe the five were on their way to Barcelona to commit further atrocities. On Wednesday night, there were two explosions in Alcanar , a small town further along the coast to the south of Cambrils. Police now say they believe the explosion happened when terrorists preparing an attack on Barcelona mishandled their improvised devices.
Another man was arrested at the scene and is now being questioned.
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To the north of Barcelona a second van apparently linked to the Las Ramblas attack was found in the town of Vic at about 6. It was this area that grew into the center of Barcelona life. It included large spaces that were ideal for festivals and sporting events. Also, a number of religious buildings were erected.
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It is possible to stroll the area and get a true sense of the beauty and richness of its Spanish heritage. The central transport hub in the area is Placa Catalunya. A majestic fountain adorns the space. It is said that anyone who drinks from this landmark will return to the area. For an excellent view, head to the top floor of El Corte Ingles, the largest department store in the city.
While there, you can grab local products and souvenirs. Named for the old University, this space is where locals come to sell various animals, including birds, turtles, and puppies. At one end is Esglesia di Betlem, a Jesuit church. The original building was created in and was the major Jesuit school in the area.
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In , a fire destroyed the building. The current parish provides service to the poor people of the red-light district. This area of La Rambla Barcelona got its name from the flowers that are sold in the space. At one point, this was the only place that a person could purchase flowers. Here, the Mercat de la Boqueria is housed. You can enjoy perusing over booths that are filled with Spanish specialties.
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At each turn, you are greeted by wonderful smells, colorful displays, and a variety of fresh culinary delights. Market activity started in the s as a modest gathering and boomed into the attraction it has become today. Thanks to the metal roof, you can wander around in all weather conditions without any inconvenience. If you are in the mood for art, this is the place to visit.