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Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar
Cited as an outstanding example of Catalan Gothic architecture, Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar was completed in just 54 years, a remarkable feat for the time. The structure is made up of three naves of the same height, which are reinforced by tall columns 13 m (43 ft) apart—a huge distance, unmatched by any other medieval building still in existence. Known for a purity and unity of style that was rare in large buildings of its time, this imposing church features stained glass windows, but very few of the other interior decorations typically found in most Gothic churches. Arrange to visit Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar and other attractions in Barcelona using our Barcelona trip planner.
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It's not that gorgeous from the outside but inside it's simple and light with soaring pillars holding up the domed roof. It also lacks the heavy baroque decor that so many Catholic churches have. It..... more
It's not that gorgeous from the outside but inside it's simple and light with soaring pillars holding up the domed roof. It also lacks the heavy baroque decor that so many Catholic churches have. It..... more »
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We wanted to see the interior of this church as it had been included on a walking tour we did of the Gothic quarter. It was apparently built over 500 years by the residents alone, without any help...
We wanted to see the interior of this church as it had been included on a walking tour we did of the Gothic quarter. It was apparently built over 500 years by the residents alone, without any help... more »
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Their stained glass is so beautiful. It’s worth to visit. And you can also climb up the tower by walking. When we visited there, it was not crowded. Google Map say it’s free but we paid 10 EUR to enter the church and go up the tower. Only entering the church, you need to pay 5 EUR.
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This was really cool. I thought it was one of the better areas that I went to in Barcelona. The inside was phenomenal and had several exhibits to check out. The streets are fun to walk around and there are a ton of cafes and such to eat at
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