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What type of architecture is Spain known for?

Gothic Architecture The Gothic style followed Mudejar architecture and fused European and Romanesque techniques. Its common elements are pointed arches, stained glass windows, gargoyles, thin walls, vaulted ceilings, and clusters of thin columns. Gothic Spanish architecture is found throughout much of Spain.



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Romanesque. Romanesque architecture first developed in Spain in the 10th and 11th centuries, before Cluny's influence, in Lérida, Barcelona, Tarragona and Huesca, and in the Pyrenees, simultaneously with the north of Italy, as what is called First Romanesque or Lombard Romanesque.

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Spanish Gothic architecture is the style of architecture prevalent in Spain in the Late Medieval period. The Gothic style started in Spain as a result of Central European influence in the twelfth century when late Romanesque alternated with few expressions of pure Gothic architecture.

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Barcelona. Barcelona is of course world-famous for its architecture, most notably the works of Antoni Gaudí, such as the peacock-colored Casa Batlló, the undulating La Pedrera and the awe-inspiring Sagrada Família.

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Many architectural sites in Spain, and even portions of cities, have been designated World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Spain has the third highest number of World Heritage Sites in the world; only Italy and China have more. These are listed at List of World Heritage Sites in Europe: Spain.

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Europe's top architectural wonders (and why they are famous)
  • Germany: Neuschwanstein Castle.
  • Switzerland: Jungfrau.
  • France: The Eiffel Tower.
  • Greece: The Acropolis.
  • Italy: St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Spain: La Sagrada Familia.
  • Great Britain: Big Ben.
  • Romania: Palace of Parliament.


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Barcelona was founded as a Roman city during the Middle Ages, and the specific Gothic quarter has its roots in this original founding with Roman walls dating from that time period that are still standing today as part of the Barcelona Cathedral.

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