The Catalonian search for identity is often referred to as the Modernisme movement, which kick-started a period of architectural expression that propelled the work of Gaud into the public imagination. Yet there is much more to modern architecture in Barcelona than Antoni Gaud. We've rounded up some of Barcelona's most internationally acclaimed structures that are well worth a look while you're there.
Constructed by Barcelona's own, the famous Antoni Gaud, The Basilica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Familia is one of the cities most renowned monuments. However, Gaud was still working on this structure at the time of his death in 1926, so the marvel of architecture still remains unfinished. However, the city plans to complete the monument, which happens to be a registered UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the last 18 spires are said to be finished in 2026. However, today, it is still considered one of the most spectacular buildings in Europe, despite its current construction and demonstrates several different types of architecture from different decades from Gothic style to Art Nouveau.
The older sibling of London's Gherkin, the Agbar Tower is a glistening, shimmering structure with beautifully coloured windows that's been designed to resemble a spring of water. You'll also see a surrounding moat that runs around the base of the building.
Designed by one of France's most renowned architects, Jean Novel, the building is privately owned, however outsiders are welcome to enter the foyer free of charge where you can get an inside peak and see the interior of its beautiful construction for yourself.
Another work of art from Barcelona's architectural father, Gaud is the Casa Batll, or the House of Bones in English, which refers to its skeletal-like structure. Built in 1877, this eerie building was remodelled in the early 20th century and is located in Barcelona's Eixample district, lodged between the old city, Ciutat Vella, easily accessible for those in the city centre.
Constructed by Barcelona's own, the famous Antoni Gaud, The Basilica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Familia is one of the cities most renowned monuments. However, Gaud was still working on this structure at the time of his death in 1926, so the marvel of architecture still remains unfinished. However, the city plans to complete the monument, which happens to be a registered UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the last 18 spires are said to be finished in 2026. However, today, it is still considered one of the most spectacular buildings in Europe, despite its current construction and demonstrates several different types of architecture from different decades from Gothic style to Art Nouveau.
The older sibling of London's Gherkin, the Agbar Tower is a glistening, shimmering structure with beautifully coloured windows that's been designed to resemble a spring of water. You'll also see a surrounding moat that runs around the base of the building.
Designed by one of France's most renowned architects, Jean Novel, the building is privately owned, however outsiders are welcome to enter the foyer free of charge where you can get an inside peak and see the interior of its beautiful construction for yourself.
Another work of art from Barcelona's architectural father, Gaud is the Casa Batll, or the House of Bones in English, which refers to its skeletal-like structure. Built in 1877, this eerie building was remodelled in the early 20th century and is located in Barcelona's Eixample district, lodged between the old city, Ciutat Vella, easily accessible for those in the city centre.
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Catherine McCulloch is a London-based travel writer who has a passion for the arts. For more details on modern architecture in Barcelona, visit the Hotels4U website by clicking here.
