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Spain is famous for its friendly inhabitants, relaxed lifestyle, its cuisine, vibrant nightlife, and world-famous folklore and festivities, and its history as the core of the vast Spanish Empire. The most popular beaches are the ones along the Mediterranean coast and on the Canary Islands. Meanwhile, for hiking, the mountains of Sierra Nevada in the south, the Central Cordillera and the northern Pyrenees are the best places. Historically, Spain has been an important crossroads: between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, between North Africa and Europe, and as Europe began colonizing the New World, between Europe and the Americas. As such, the country is blessed with a fantastic collection of historical landmarks. The Spanish are very passionate about their cuisine, based on great food and wine. Spanish food can be described as quite light with a lot of vegetables and a huge variety of meat and fish.

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But beyond that, it is a coastal region – the Costa Brava – basking in the sun, with a mountainous backcountry dotted with churches and monasteries in the midst of astonishing landscapes and a gastronomy featuring some of the world's most famous restaurants. A region with a strong sense of identity, where the Catalan language is used daily alongside Spanish, it has for many years been expressing a strong drive towards independence.

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Apart from its delicious food, great [nightlife](https://www.livetheworld.com/post/tips-for-a-night-out-in-barcelona-7k1j), beautiful weather and elegant inhabitants, [Barcelona](https://www.livetheworld.com/post/a-list-of-must-sees-for-your-first-time-in-barcelona-xyon) is best known for the beautiful Gaudi and Gaudi-inspired buildings that line its streets.

You're likely familiar with Gaudí's masterworks **(s*uch as La Sagrada Familia)*** spotted in [Barcelona](https://www.livetheworld.com/post/hemingway-ing-and-absinthe-in-barcelona-kqdu), however I’m here with this page to extend your knowledge about probably the most famous & influential Spanish architect of all times!

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Antoni Gaudí was an architect from Reus, Catalonia, Spain. He is said to be the best known practitioner of Catalan **Modernism.** His works have a highly individualized and distinctive style and are obviously influenced by his passions in life: **architecture, nature, and religion.**

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Gaudí spent most of his life in Barcelona and the city boasts the largest concentration of his works in the world. His ideas shaped the way of thinking about architecture for a whole generation.

His work is an exceptional creative synthesis of several 19th-century artistic schools, such as the Arts and Crafts movement, Symbolism, Expressionism, and Rationalism, and is directly associated with the cultural apogee of Catalonia.  He is also said to have presaged and influenced many forms and techniques of 20th-century Modernism.   

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His most famous work, the **Sagrada Familia in Barcelona,** is one of Europe’s most breathtaking spots, a must-see on any itinerary. *Are you ready to discover the rest?*

The Basilica de la Sagrada Familia is a true masterpiece of architecture and a must-visit destination in Barcelona. Designed by the renowned Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, this Roman Catholic church is a symbol of the city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Construction of the Sagrada Familia began in 1882, and Gaudí took over the project a year later, transforming it with his unique architectural and engineering style. The church combines elements of Gothic and curvilinear Art Nouveau forms, creating a truly one-of-a-kind structure.

One of the most fascinating aspects of the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia is its ongoing construction. Gaudí dedicated the last years of his life to the project, and at the time of his death in 1926, only a quarter of the church was completed. Construction has continued ever since, relying solely on private donations and the dedication of skilled craftsmen.

Visiting the Sagrada Familia is an awe-inspiring experience. The exterior of the church is adorned with intricate sculptures and elaborate facades, each telling a different story from the Bible. The interior is equally breathtaking, with soaring columns and a colorful stained glass ceiling that bathes the space in a mesmerizing light.

To fully appreciate the beauty of the Sagrada Familia, it is recommended to take a guided tour. The knowledgeable guides will provide insight into Gaudí's vision and the symbolism behind the architectural elements. Don't forget to visit the museum, where you can learn more about the history and construction of the church.

The best time to visit the Sagrada Familia is early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when the crowds are smaller. It is advisable to book tickets in advance, as this popular attraction can get busy, especially during the peak tourist season.

Whether you are an architecture enthusiast, a history buff, or simply a curious traveler, the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia is a must-see destination that will leave you in awe of Gaudí's genius and the beauty of this iconic church.

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Basilica de la Sagrada Familia

If you ever been to Barcelona I’m pretty sure that you already know and have admired those majestically beautiful buildings! If not, here is a list of them, get informed and make sure you’ll pay a visit once you get there!

Casa Batllo is a key piece of modernist architecture of Barcelona. It was built by Antoni Gaudí between 1904-1906 commissioned by the textile industrialist Josep Batllo. Currently, the spectacular facade is an icon reference of Barcelona.

Casa Batlló

Casa Mila, popularly known as La Pedrera, is a unique building, built between 1906 and 1912 by the architect Antoni Gaudí (1852-1926) and UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. Currently, the building is Foundation headquarters Catalonia La Pedrera and houses an important cultural center in the city of Barcelona by all the different activities organized and museum spaces and public use including.

Casa Mila, popularmente Known as La Pedrera is a unique building, built between 1906 and 1912 by the architect Antoni Gaudí (1852-1926) and declared a World Heritage by UNESCO in 1984. Currently, the building is the headquarters of the Foundation Catalonia La Pedrera and hosted an important center of cultural reference in the city of Barcelona by the set of activities that organizes y por los diferentes y de uso público ESPACIOS museísticos that is inclusive.

Casa Mila, popularly known as 'La Pedrera' unusual building is a must, Constructed between 1906 and 1912 by the architect Antoni Gaudí (1852-1926) and Declared UNESCO World Heritage in 1984. Today it is the headquarters of Catalonia and the Foundation quarry and houses a cultural center that is a reference point in Barcelona for the range of activities and organizing it and the different spaces for exhibitions and other public uses it contains.

Visitor information:
http://www.lapedrera.com/ca/informaci%C3%B3-al-visitant

Information on the visitor:
http://www.lapedrera.com/es/informaci%C3%B3n-al-visitante

Visitor information:
http://www.lapedrera.com/en/visitor-information

La Pedrera-Casa Milà

Discover Casa Vicens, never-before-seen Gaudí: the first home by the great architect of Modernisme. Declared Unesco World Heritage.

Casa Vicens

The Casa Calvet de Barcelona (1899) is one of Antoni Gaudí's earliest buildings. Some people consider it his most conservative work but it also contains markedly modernista elements, such as the façade which terminates in a curve and the attic balconies, which look like something from a fairy tale.

Casa Calvet

It was the home of the Güell i López family until they moved to Park Güell. Gaudí designed a functional palace adapted to the family's needs in both their private life and the intense cultural and social life they led.

Palau Guell

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As most of us here, I am also passionate with traveling! Nature lover, winter sports addict and Erasmus obsessed, I definitely love working on mobility projects that promote traveling and living abroad as a local! As a result, I do travel a lot and yes, I do have to move every time. Adapting myself into different environments has undoubtedly helped me grow to the multicultural soul I am today. As Parov Stellar says, “I am a traveller momma, I am gonna follow the sun.” Being a native Greek living in Spain, “following the sun” is definitely something I pursue. With a strong background in Communication, Media, and English studies, I am now officially one of itinari’s editors in chief, advising, supervising and editing articles daily before having them published in our platform.

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