Barcelona
Barcelona (Catalan IPA: [b??s?'lon?],
Spanish IPA: [ba??e'lona]) is the second largest city in Spain,
capital city of Catalonia and the province with the same name.
It is located in the comarca of Barcelonès, along the
Mediterranean coast between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat
and Besòs, limited to the west by the Serra de Collserola.
. As capital city of Catalonia, Barcelona houses the seat
of the Generalitat de Catalunya and its Conselleries, the
Parliament of Catalonia and the Supreme Court of Catalonia.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital city and
one of the sixteen states of the Federal Republic of Germany.
It is the heart of the Berlin-Brandenburg metropolitan region,
located in northeastern Germany. With a population of 3.4
million within city limits, Berlin is the country's largest
city, and the second most populous city in the European Union.
Berlin is one of the most influential centers in European
politics, culture and science. The city serves as an important
hub of continental transportation and is home to some of the
most prominent universities, sporting events, orchestras and
museums. Its economy is based on the service sector, encompassing
a diverse range of media and life science corporations, convention
venues, research institutes, and creative industries. The
rapidly evolving metropolis enjoys an international reputation
for its festivals, contemporary architecture, nightlife and
avant-garde arts. Being a major tourist center and home to
people from over 180 nations, Berlin is a focal point for
individuals who are attracted by its liberal lifestyle, urban
eclecticism and artistic freedom.