Guilin Park
Guell Park is located in the suburban "Eixample" district of Barcelona. It is an open space with stunning mosaic tiles embedded with various stone chairs, pillars, and stone steps, colorful and dreamy, and it has been recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Entering through the gate in the middle of both gatehouses, you will see a highlight area with a Roman-style column hall, and on the steps is the famous garden treasure colorful mosaic lizard. Above the hall column is a large square, and the mosaic-studded sinuous stone seats in various bright patterns are the best relaxation spot.
Seville Palace
The Seville Palace has a long history. It was once an Islamic palace and then underwent the national revival movement, and was renovated into a palace for the Christian kings. After centuries of repairs, it has become a treasure that combines Eastern and Western architectural elements. It is also the filming location for the palace gardens of House Martell in the TV series "Game of Thrones."
Mila's house
In 1984, Casa Milà, also known as La Pedrera, gained international recognition for its outstanding art and historical value, and was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Located in the famous "discordant block" in the center of Barcelona, this unusual apartment building is one of Antoni Gaudi's masterpieces. It features three undulating walls, twisted balconies made of iron bars and plates, large windows, and sculptural chimneys and ventilation ducts that resemble extraterrestrial forms. In recognition of its exceptional artistic and historical significance, Casa Milà was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1984.
Holy Family Cathedral
Since its construction began in 1882, the Sagrada Familia has been a famous tourist destination in Spain. In 1883, architect Antoni Gaudi became the chief architect and remained so until his death in 1926. During Gaudi's lifetime, the Nativity facade and crypt of the church were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
With its 170-meter tower, the church is an essential part of Barcelona's skyline and its iconic spires are visible from all around. Visitors can also climb the tower and take an elevator to the top, enjoying sweeping views of Barcelona and admiring the architectural details up close, as well as taking the spiral staircase, another masterpiece in its own right.
Alhambra Palace
The Alhambra Palace is the pinnacle of Moorish architecture and landscaping art, listed as a world heritage site. It is located on a hill outside the city of Granada, meaning "Red Fortress" in Arabic, and was built six to seven hundred years ago. The Alhambra Palace is a Moorish royal palace with a history of over 700 years, located on a hill outside the city of Granada, meaning "Red Fortress" in Arabic. It is a world heritage site and the highest achievement in Arab architecture and landscaping art. The Palace of Lions (Palacio de Leones) is located in the central courtyard, built in the 14th century, decorated with 12 lion sculptures, and is also part of the royal residence, hence its name.
Palau de la Música Catalana
The Catalonia Music Palace was designed and built by the modernist architectural master Montaner from 1905 to 1908, with its most prominent features being the brightly colored sculptures and mosaic ceramic decorations. In 2005, the music hall was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Its main feature is the lifelike sculptures of the muses and the colorful and dreamlike stained glass dome on the top of the hall. When sunlight passes through the large colored glass and is projected onto the stage, the soft and delicate halo makes the actors on stage look more magnificent and dazzling.
Seville Cathedral
The Seville Cathedral is a famous building built over a century ago, and is one of the "three great cathedrals of the world" in the Gothic style. It was once a Seville mosque, and after its renovation, its grandeur is breathtaking. The main altar is decorated with 36 scenes of the birth, passion, and death of Jesus, and is incredibly ornate. The chapel is also decorated with famous religious paintings by Seville artists, most notably Murillo's "The Worship of Saint Anthony." The treasury houses Goya's masterpiece "Saint Justa and Saint Rufina," which is priceless.
Kunka ancient city
Cuenca is recognized as a world cultural heritage site due to its well-preserved, fortified medieval city and magnificent vertical layout, surrounded by two rivers that have formed deep valleys through erosion, while the city itself is miraculously built on slopes. Cuenca is considered one of the most magnificent ancient cities in Spain, bringing endless beauty to cultural tourists in Spain.
Hospital Sancti Crucis Sancti Pauli
The Hospital de Sant Pau, designed by the Montaner father and son, is considered as one of the most beautiful hospitals in the world. In 1997, it was included in the World Heritage list and has now become a magnificent building that combines a museum, cultural center, and elegant rehabilitation environment. The hospital is composed of 48 small buildings decorated with colorful mosaics, and they are interconnected on underground levels. The buildings are adorned with gardens and green spaces, and there is a spire on top of the entrance building where one can have a panoramic view from the top.
Guier Palace
The Palau Güell, located in the old town area of Barcelona, was designed and built by Gaudí for Mr. Güell. The palace has six floors, each with a different design style and function, reflecting Gaudí's later architectural style seen in Batlló House and Casa Milà. It has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The iron crest of the Güell family is grandly displayed on the arches; the parabolic arch design of the central hall is unique and inspired by the Alhambra Palace; the variety of chimneys marks the beginning of Gaudí's bold chimney style; and Gaudi's beloved technique of mosaic tile is used extensively, layer upon layer, in a spectacular display.
