Spain’s fame might be for a limited reason, but its grandeur is not. Spain houses some of the most iconic architectural marvels in the world, and when you witness them in person, the question you will ask yourself is how it is even possible. The intricate designing, through-provoking arts, and the efforts put in place will somehow not add up owing to the grandness of these architectures. Your trip to Spain will always be hollow if you are missing from witnessing and inhaling the splendor many of the architectural masterpieces ooze. Ensure to include these wonders in your next Spain tour packages.
Sagrada Familia (Barcelona)
Beginning any list of architectural wonders in the world without keeping Sagrada Familia at the top will be a huge injustice. This grandest piece of architecture was designed by the famous artist Antoni Gaudi, who is even credited with blessing Spain with some of the finest works in the world. The monument has a combination of Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture and creates a forest-canopy-like structure. It features huge tainted glass windows and 18 spires showcasing some of the Biblical references. Every inch of the monument is a piece of art.
The Guggenheim Museum (Bilbao)
Another architectural wonder of Spain is the Guggenheim Museum located in Bilbao and designed by a very famous Frank Gehry. Inaugurated in the year 1997, it is one of the largest museums in Europe. The architecture of the museum is of contemporary style and is a fine example of Deconstructivism, an idea Gehry advocated. The museum features unstructured curves made of limestone, glass, and titanium, which lock in the sunrays and dance on the different tunes of lights as they transit from day to night. A view of the museum is enough to make you understand why it is a hyped piece of architecture.
Casa Batllo (Barcelona)
Another masterpiece from Antoni Gaudi’s creation, Casa Batllo is an approach of Gaudi’s modernism approach. It is claimed by the UNESCO World Heritage Site and mimics a canvas of a marine ecosystem, combining nature with fantasy. The exterior of the building is embellished with vibrant mosaics and intricate carvings that present a world of dreams. The interior of the building showcases the combination of Gaudi’s two major inspirations, architecture and nature. The use of light and space is also one of the kind examples.
The architecture of Spain is enough to dominate the world in the same sphere. The credit goes to some of the exemplary architects and artists to made Spain a home of their vision and physical manifestation.
