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Friday, February 22, 2008

Barcelona Architecture


Yeah, I went to Spain like 7 months ago but just never got around to writing about all of it. So far I've only covered Seville. Give me some time, I'm sure I'll get to all of it eventually.


Barcelona is the home to many Gaudi creations. His buildings are magnificent and unique in design. They are so unique that you wouldnt need a tourist map to be able to distinguished a Gaudi building from any other on the street. His gothic and individualistic architectural style is almost surreal in design. Looking at his buidings in print is nothing compared to actually being there in person.



His most famous building is the La Sagrada Familia which is still under construction after like 60 years! The icons, carvings and statues are simply created to perfection. A must see in Barcelona.




Another one of my favourites is Casa Mila. The rooftop terrace was like a playground from another planet. So unique and individual in style and design.



The Casa Batllo was one building we walked past and ony got to see from the outside. It was an interesting looking building. The little windows/ balconies were so unique and toy like.

We tried to visit all of Gaudi's creations, but unfortunately didnt have enough time in between all the shopping, eating and partying. Spain is definitely one of my favourite places to visit.

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