The Most Beautiful Churches in Barcelona
Known for its sun, beaches, and culture, Barcelona is a popular tourist destination that has a lot to offer. Home to many Spanish artists, Barcelona is packed with wonderful masterpieces, whether it is painting, music, or architecture. Certainly the skill of Barcelona’s architects is visible everywhere and when it comes to the city’s churches, the beauty is no less evident. Here is a list of the most beautiful churches in Catalonia’s capital which are not to be missed.
1. La Sagrada Familia
Building, Church
2. Basílica de Santa María del Mar (Basilica of Saint Mary of the Sea)
Basílica de Santa María del Mar (Basilica of Saint Mary of the Sea)
Constructed in the 14th century over 54 years, the Basilica de Santa María del Mar is among the most beautiful churches in Barcelona. It is a prime example of the typical Catalan Gothic style, boasting impressive architecture, harmonious in its simple symmetry. Beautiful windows let in the sun-rays, providing a surprisingly open and light area, a great contrast to the seemingly stern exterior. Santa María del Mar is a peaceful oasis in the midst of a tremendously busy city and is most definitely worth a visit.
Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, Plaça de Santa Maria, 1, Barcelona, Spain, +34 933 10 23 90
3. Basílica de Santa María del Pi (Basilica of Saint Mary of the Pine)
Church
4. La Catedral de Barcelona (Cathedral of Barcelona)
Cathedral
5. Templo Expiatorio del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús (The Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus)
Building, Church, Shrine
6. Sant Pau del Camp (Saint Paul of the Countryside)
Monastery
7. Reial Monestir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes (Royal Monastery of Saint Mary of Pedralbes)
Monastery, Museum
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