Barcelona is a real paradise for shopaholics with its numerous luxury boutiques and big department stores. The most prestigious haute couture boutiques are spread across the whole city, and differ considerably. The world-famous Las Ramblas starts at Plaça Catalunya and ends at Barcelona’s harbour. To find famous brands like Chanel, Armani, Cartier, Miró, Mont Blanc or Zara, visit Plaça Catalunya, Passeig de Grŕcia or Diagonal. Alternatives to the big brands are offered on the narrow streets of El Born with its small shops, new labels and innovative designers. The Barrí Gotic (Gothic Area) invites you to combine shopping and culture. The Roman centre of Barcelona accommodates numerous bizarre antique shops, small bookstores and young fashion designers. Last but not least, visit El Raval if you’re looking for music stores, second hand shops or alternative clothing. The international population of this district contributes to an interesting mix of foreign supermarkets, people from different countries and international clothing shops. C/ Portaferissa, Av. Portal de l’Angel, and C/ Boqueria are the three main shopping avenues of Barcelona’s Barri Gotic.