Works Of Gaudi In Barcelona
Gaudi is one of the most famous modernist architects in the world, a number of his works have been made in “the city of wonders” Barcelona. Let’s see what his 4 most important works of art.
La Sagrada Fam?lia
This unfinished cathedral commenced in April 1882, and Gaud? worked on it till he died in 1926, spending the final 12 years of his life exclusively on this mission. It is an enormous traveller attraction, and has become one of the most instantly-recognisable places in Spain. Built entirely from donations, it still remains unfinished, and is expected to be completed in the following twenty years or so. It costs €10 to get in, with discounts costing €8. Guided visits are in English and Spanish each day, and cost €14. If you want to visit Barcelona, you will arrive at Aeroport Barcelone.
The Parc G?ell
Commissioned by Eusebi G?ell again as a luxury villa, this beautiful parc is a delight to walk around. Built between 1900 and 1914, it has been intended to provide up to 60 luxury houses for the great and the good of the city, but ended up being turned into a parc instead. Another UNESCO World Heritage Site, it includes Gaud?’s house, known as La Torre Rosa, which includes furniture that he designed himself, the main terrace with a bench in the form of a serpent, and a big dragon at the entrance. It is located to the north of the Gr?cia district, and you should take the Metro L3 headed for Lesseps to get to it.
La Casa Mil?
Also known as La Pedrera, this is maybe Gaud?’s most immediately-recognisable creation. Built between 1906 and 1910, it has been designed for a married couple who were known for their flamboyant life style, and is even less conventional than Casa Battll?. No straight lines are used in the structure and the ground plans are asymmetrical, but one of the most interesting features is the roof terrace with its unreal chimneys. It can be reached by getting the Metro L3 or L5 to Diagonal. To enjoy this wonderful monument, you can book a Voyage Barcelone
La Casa Battll?
Situated on the Passeig de Gr?cia, this is an spectacular structure and a favourite for a lot of people. It is characterised by its amazing curls, and makes use of ceramic tiles and mosaic throughout, which were some of Gaud??s favourite materials. It has a strange and eerie appearance, and is a very original work of art.
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