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October, 2007
A masterpiece by GaudÃ
Everything in this building is curved and undulated. Its originality and the techniques used in its construction are surprising throughout.
Modernist façade of Casa Milá, by GaudÃ
This is one of the architect GaudÃ’s best-known works, and is emblematic of Barcelona. It was built between 1906 and 1912, and consists of a succession of […]
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An example of Catalonian Gothic.
It is an example of Catalonian Gothic. Its interior boasts an amazingly high central nave.
Pedestrianised street with church in background
It is one of the best examples of 14th century Catalonian Gothic architecture. It is the work of the architect Berenguer de Montagut and was the temple of the shipowners and merchants […]
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Symbol of the Barcelona diocese.
Situated on the site of a Paleochristian basilica. Construction began during the Romanesque period but was finally completed during the Gothic period, which is the dominant style.
Front view of the cathedral
The outside of the building is sombre, decorated only with the vertical buttresses. The door of San Ivo is representative […]
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The small palace.
Gaudà was commissioned with the work of constructing the palace on a site measuring 18 x 12 metres with a dome, stained glass windows and stairs that create an optical illusion making the palace seem larger than it is.
View of dome in main hall
The building was constructed on top of some basements with […]
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The Essence of the Nile
Located in the Clos Archaeological Foundation, its aim is to promote awareness of ancient art and culture.
Egyptian tomb
This collection of Egyptian art, which belongs to Jordi Clos, contains over 200 pieces. It offers visitors a tour of the different periods of one of the most prolific and mysterious civilisations of ancient […]
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