A former convent and theatre, the Liceu hasn't always resembled the opera house we see today. Its history is full of ups and downs and mysteries that make this cultural icon a key venue which we invite you to discover on a guided tour of the building.
You'll walk through its most representative areas, starting with the historic lobby, in the eclectic Catalan Renaixement style. From there, you'll continue to the auditorium, an exact replica of the impressive horseshoe-shaped hall designed by the architect Miquel Garriga i Roca in 1847. You'll go up to the Hall of Mirrors, an imposing room with a ceiling decorated with allegorical paintings and texts referring to art and music. You'll discover the new foyer, the area where people used to relax during the interval and currently a multi-purpose room which hosts small-scale performances.
You can also visit the Cercle del Liceu, a private club and one of the most important examples of Catalan and Spanish art nouveau.
Highlights
East Coast Beaches
Hajar Mountains
Friday Market
Picturesque Fishing Villages
Ghost City Emirates of Fujairah's
Portuguese Fort
Ticket Includes
Hotel pick up & drop off
Professional Guide
Entrance Fees
Lunch at Local Restaurant
Ticket Excludes
Personal expenses
Tips
ITINERARY:
A three-hour journey takes you to one of the most popular beaches on the East coast. You can admire the beautiful and dramatic Hajar Mountains stop at the traditional and popular 'Friday Market', passes through agricultural areas and sees the picturesque fishing villages of Khorfakkan and Dibba.
After a swim and a break for lunch at the Sandy Beach Hotel, visit the oldest mosque in the UAE and discover the ancient 'Ghost City' and the Emirate of Fujairah's Portuguese fort. Fujairah is a remarkable emirate, with the coast extending from the mouth of the Arabian Gulf down to the Indian Ocean; it has long been a major trading port.
