"University of Barcelona" is the scientific centre of spain as well as an important location for academic exchange in Europe. With over 500 years of scientific history, "University of Barcelona" can look back on a long and successful academic past. The university campus is located in the city centre of Barcelona, Spain's second biggest city, therefore playing an important role in the city's cultural life. Barcelona's rich past and its vibrant nightlife fascinates many tourists, making it one of the top 5 most visited cities in Europe.