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More Gaudi Creations.: Antonio Gaudí
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  • JanPeter74
  • Updated By JanPeter74 on October 13, 2004
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  • Chimneys on the rooftops of Casa Milà - Barcelona
    Chimneys on the rooftops of
    Casa Milà
    by JanPeter74
    One of the major attractions of Barcelona is the architecture of Antonio Gaudí (mind that the stress lies on the last syllable of Gaudí).

    Antonio Gaudí (1852-1926) was an architect that was born in Reus, close to Barcelona. His most important works can all be found in Barcelona and consist of Parque Güell, Casa Milà, Casa Batlló, Palau Güell and his still unfinished masterpiece "La Sagrada Familia".

    Important characteristics of his work are organic natural forms, ceramic tiles, mosaics, cast iron, parabolic arches and strangely shaped chimneys. Next to these things Gaudí was also good at inventing very creative solutions for improving comfort in his buildings, such as ventilation and blinds to keep the sun out.

    Gaudí died in a hospital, almost unknown after his was hit by a streetcar in 1926.

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    More Gaudi Creations.: See the Beautiful & Arty Buildings
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  • scottishvisitor
  • Updated By scottishvisitor on September 11, 2006
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  • Just Like a Fairy Tale - Barcelona
    Just Like a Fairy Tale
    by scottishvisitor
    We saw this magnificent building from the top deck of the tourist bus while the traffic lights were on red. It looked to me to have come straight out of a Fairy Tale book. The stunning architectural detail just gleamed in the sunshine. Another masterpiece by Antoni Gaudi whom Barcelona's architecture owes so much to such a talented artist.

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  • Address: Passiag de Gracia
  • Directions: Antoni Gaudi art nouveau can be spotted in lots of streets in Barcelona
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    More Gaudi Creations.: Casa Vicens (By Antonio Gaud?)
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  • listenandlearn
  • Updated By listenandlearn on December 10, 2005
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  • Another Works of Antonio Gaudi - Barcelona
    Another Works of Antonio Gaudi
    by listenandlearn
    Wonderful to find the time speaking of Casa Vicens -which we are just amazed at this residential home. First let?s get you familiarized. The easiest means of reaching Casa Vicens is to take the GREEN LINE or LINE-3 (Direction: Canyelles) and get off at the metro stop Lesseps. Walk couple of blocks approximately 3-4 blocks heading downtown till you reach the street named: CAROLINES. The address is: 24, Carolines. Just about the middle of this street, Carolines, you will come across this residential home of Antonio Gaudi. This is the first major commission and it was built somewhere between the years of 1883 and 1888. He chose an oriental historicist style looking house, structured with stone, brick and very rich ceramic tile decoration. This is where Antonio Gaudi first used parabolic arches. This is now a private home and definitely you will not be able to enter their home, however, from the outside or from the street everyone is welcome to take photos just like we did.

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  • Address: Carolines Street, No. 24
  • Directions: In the barrio of Lesseps. GREEN LINE or LINE-3 (Direction: Canyelles) and get off at the metro stop Lesseps. Approximately 3-4 blocks heading downtown till you reach the street named: CAROLINES. The address is: 24, Carolines.
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    More Gaudi Creations.: As much Gaudi as possible!
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  • kazander
  • Updated By kazander on April 29, 2004
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  • La Pedrera  (Casa Mila) - Barcelona
    La Pedrera (Casa Mila)
    by kazander
    Don't miss La Pedrera, Casa Battlo, Palau Guell, Parc Guell and of course Sagrada Familia. You can get a pass that gives you discounts if you go to a bunch of these attractions. It can be purchased next door to the Casa Battlo at Casa Amatller. Both are located on Passeig de Gracia.

    In the summer La Pedrera (also known as Casa Mila) has drinks and Jazz on it's unique rooftop!

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    More Gaudi Creations.: Casa Vicens
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  • By arlequin_g on June 9, 2003
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  • More Gaudi Creations. - Barcelona
    by arlequin_g
    One of the early works by Gaudi. If you visit Parc Güell don't miss this interesting house. It's near Lesseps station underground. It's a privet house but you can see at least the outside wich is brilliant.

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  • Address: Carolines, 24
  • Directions: When you are at Lesseps station keep walking down Pricep d'Asturies street. After you are walking about 5 minutes you'll see a street on the left (there are not others before). Take it and you'll be there.
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    More Gaudi Creations.: The house of Gaudi
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  • Alain_Smeets
  • Updated By Alain_Smeets on July 1, 2003
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  • A tower on the roof of the house - Barcelona
    A tower on the roof of
    the house
    by Alain_Smeets
    When you visit Barcelona, you have to visit the house where Gaudi lived. Just take a guided tour through this house and you be surprised about it's beauty.

    You will be overwhelmed by the luxury and the grandeur from this house. The guides show you also some hidden spaces and it's worth the visit.

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    More Gaudi Creations.: WORKS BY GAUDI
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  • Helga67
  • Updated By Helga67 on September 5, 2002
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  • Parc Güell, Barcelona - Barcelona
    Parc Güell, Barcelona
    by Helga67
    Antoni Gaudí i Cornet was one of the leading architects of Catalan Modernisme. His works were a 'nationalistic searching for a romantical medieval past'. He created a lot of beautiful buildings. Recommendable to see are:
    - His masterpiece: La Sagrada Familia
    - Casa Mila (La Pedrera)
    - Casa Battlo
    - Parc Güell

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    More Gaudi Creations.: The Gaudi Heritage Buildings...
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  • lolitajane
  • Updated By lolitajane on September 3, 2002
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  • Palacio Güell, Parc Güell - Barcelona
    Palacio Güell, Parc Güell
    by lolitajane
    Visit La Sagrada Familia and all Gaudi's buildings! La Pedrera, Parc Guell, Casa Milá, Casa Batló, etc. This is a picture of Palacio GÜELL.
    A style so wonderful that no one was or is able to reproduce...

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  • Directions: Parc Güell is about 20 minutes by bus (24-25) from the centre. Camí de Can Mora s/n Metro: Lesseps
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    More Gaudi Creations.: Gaudi Street Lamps
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  • By atufft on May 31, 2007
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  • Gaudi Streetlamp - Barcelona
    Gaudi Streetlamp
    by atufft
    Observant visitors will notice that Gaudi also contributed a variety of unique street lamps to the city of Barcelona. These works by their design are among his earliest, commissioned soon after he graduated from architectural school. The street lamps in the Plaza Real, for example, built from 1878-1879, are actually part of the formal porticoed square off the Ramblas. The lamp posts, topped with winged wrought-iron helmets, flank the avenue, contrasting with the geometric pattern of the plaza.

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    More Gaudi Creations.: Oh my GAUDI - You MUST see this! :P
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  • Jareotto
  • Updated By Jareotto on September 20, 2005
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  • Sangrada de Familia - From the Front. - Barcelona
    Sangrada de Familia -
    From the Front.
    by Jareotto,
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    While in Barcelona - you CANNOT miss visiting the Sangrada de Familia!
    This Church has been under construction since 1882!
    Isn't that AMAZING?!?
    This is the work of famous architect/artist Antoni Gaudi inspired by Montserrat Mountain. Although far from being complete - What a masterpiece!! Estimates are for another 50 - 100 years to complete.
    OK - There is an elevator that takes you up to the TOP! TAKE IT!! It was only 2 Euros when I was there, and it was worth it!!

    ***** Of course, please be prepared, you must walk down... and it's a long way down very circular stairs. *****

    The view from the top is beautiful. A highlight for me was seeing the colorful mosaics up close. From the ground, the towers appear to be solidly colored. However, up close, you'll note that they're not! They are mosaics! What time, effort, care, and attention went into the construction of this building. Very Beautiful. Please enjoy the pictures below.

    Inside you may also find of interest a room that describes Gaudi's inspirations for different aspects of the church. There are also numerous original "blueprints" and plans to be viewed in a dark room, as well. FANTASTIC!

    I could have spent HOURS here. However, my tour was ready to move along. In fact - they waited about half an hour for me to return to the bus.... :-S Not very good. Yet, I'm glad to have seen everything I saw - it was worth it! (I'd do it again!)

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  • Address: Placa de la Sangrada Familia
  • Directions: In the Gothic Quarter. I'll check my map when I get home and update this later. I can see it in my mind.... However, can't remember exact details (would hate to lead you in the wrong direction!).
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