La Rambla

 La Rambla's atmosphere varies almost by the minute because this gorgeous  promenade is so varied: lined with hotels, cafes, and interesting little shops, La Rambla also has Old World artisans and craftsmen selling their work, street-performers, flower-sellers, the odd gypsy fortune-teller, and even an erotica museum. Overall, it is high-end at its northern half but becomes intriguingly disreputable at the south end. Sometimes this location is  knocked as being 'touristy', this long pedestrian boulevard is vibrant and long stretches are authentic. As the city itself steadily gains a reputation as one of Europe's hottest hotspots, La Rambla increasingly becomes a Continental attraction. The Rambla was originally a small stream flowing just outside the city walls. In the 19th century the city wall was torn down and buildings were built along the now completely dried up river. Traffic passes on either side of the pedestrian area. Overall a wonderful place to visit and a very amazing site, to say the least. Would you visit La Rambla, and if so what would you go for?