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Jun 17, 2025 - Jun 18, 2025
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Explore the Barcelona Pavilion

The Barcelona Pavilion, an architectural marvel, was first built for the 1929 International Exposition. It was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, reflecting the principles of modernist architecture.

The pavilion was dismantled after the exhibition, only to be reconstructed in 1980, signifying its historical importance. Featuring a unique combination of glass, steel, and marble, it showcases Mies van der Rohe's innovative use of materials, redefining spatial relationships. The pavilion also houses the famous Barcelona Chair, a significant piece of design history.

Architectural Highlights

🪑 Elegant Barcelona Chair: A timeless design created specifically for the pavilion.

🗿 Graceful Sculpture: The statue Alba (Dawn) by Georg Kolbe enhances the exterior ambiance.

🏛️ Cultural Significance: An essential study site for architecture lovers and students.

Access to the pavilion is free, making it an ideal location for tourists, families, and architecture enthusiasts alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History MuseumBarcelona Pavilion

Modernism Movement

The pavilion is a key example of the Modernisme movement, influencing future architectural designs.

Reconstruction

Originally dismantled after the 1929 exhibition, it was reconstructed in 1980 due to its historical value.

Material Innovation

Mies van der Rohe's use of glass, steel, and marble reflects a pioneering approach to materiality in architecture.

Location

Avinguda Francesc Ferrer i Guardia

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