Behind the 19th century neoclassical façade of Barcelona’s city hall, or ajuntament, there are a couple of historical and artistic treasures. In the Saló de Cent, or “Hall of the Hundred” the Gothic vaulting and intricately-carved wooden beams date from the original 14th century structure.

In the otherwise plain, functional office of Jordi Hereu, the mayor, an original work by modernist Joan Miró sits alongide more sombre Catalan masters.