Tibidabo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Tibidabo |
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Sagrat Cor church, atop the hill
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| Elevation | 512 m (1,680 ft) |
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 Tibidabo
Location in Barcelona
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| Location | Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain |
| Parent range | Serra de Collserola |
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| Easiest route | Tibidabo funicular railway |
Tibidabo (pronounced tee-bee-DAH-boh) is a famous hill in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It is the tallest hill in the Serra de Collserola mountain range, standing at 512 meters (about 1,680 feet) high. From Tibidabo, you can see amazing views of Barcelona and the coastline nearby.
At the very top of Tibidabo, you will find the beautiful Sagrat Cor church and the exciting Tibidabo Amusement Park. The Torre de Collserola telecommunications tower is also close by. These three landmarks are easy to spot from almost anywhere in Barcelona. The Sagrat Cor church was designed by Enric Sagnier. Its construction started in 1902 and took 60 years to finish. A sculpture of the Sacred Heart of Jesus by Josep Miret Llopart sits on top of the church.
You can reach Tibidabo by road or by taking the Tibidabo Funicular. This funicular was the first of its kind in Spain! There was also a special tram called the Tramvia Blau, but it is currently not running. Instead, you can use the TC2 bus, which connects Tibidabo to the Avinguda de Tibidabo Metro station. Another small bus, service 111, links Tibidabo to Vallvidrera village and the top station of the Vallvidrera funicular.
What Does the Name Tibidabo Mean?
The name Tibidabo comes from old Latin words found in the Vulgate Bible. The phrase is "tibi dabo", which means "I will give to you."
This phrase was spoken by the devil to Jesus. They were looking down from a very high mountain at "all the kingdoms of the world." The name Tibidabo suggests that this hill in Barcelona might be that very high mountain. The words "Tibi dabo" are also part of an inscription inside St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
Amazing Views from Tibidabo
Tibidabo offers one of the best spots to see a wide view of Barcelona. From here, you can enjoy a stunning panoramic look at the city, stretching out to the sea. It's a popular place for visitors to take photos and enjoy the scenery.
See also
In Spanish: Tibidabo para niños
- Casino Internacional Tibidabo
- List of mountains in Catalonia
- The Shadow of the Wind
- Urban planning of Barcelona
