Gaudí's 7 Masterpieces: A Journey from Reus to Barcelona
A recent travel article in Connaissance des Arts showcases seven iconic works by Antoni Gaudí (1852-1926) located in Reus and Barcelona. The journey begins at the Gaudí Centre Reus, which opened in 2007, where visitors can explore his formative design inspirations. Close by, Casa Navàs (1901-1908), created by Lluís Domènech i Montaner, exemplifies modernist architecture. The itinerary also includes Colònia Güell, home to an unfinished church designed by Gaudí in 1898, recognized as a UNESCO site. In Barcelona, the tour features La Pedrera (Casa Milà), Casa Batlló (renovated in 1903), Sagrada Família (ongoing since 1882), Park Güell (1900-1914), Casa Vicens (1883-1885), and Palau Güell (1886-1890). The piece provides visitor information and highlights the architectural importance of these landmarks.
Key facts
- Antoni Gaudí was born in Reus in 1852 and died in 1926.
- The Gaudí Centre Reus was inaugurated in 2007.
- Casa Navàs was built between 1901 and 1908 by Lluís Domènech i Montaner.
- Colònia Güell was founded in 1890 by Eusebi Güell.
- Gaudí was commissioned to design the church at Colònia Güell in 1898.
- La Pedrera (Casa Milà) is Gaudí's last civil work, designed from 1906.
- Casa Batlló was renovated by Gaudí in 1903 for Josep Batlló i Casanovas.
- The Sagrada Família was consecrated by Pope Benedict XVI in 2010.
- Park Güell was designed between 1900 and 1914.
- Casa Vicens was built between 1883 and 1885.
- Palau Güell was built between 1886 and 1890.
- Several Gaudí works are UNESCO World Heritage sites: Colònia Güell crypt, La Pedrera, Casa Batlló, Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Casa Vicens, and Palau Güell.
Entities
Artists
- Antoni Gaudí
- Lluís Domènech i Montaner
- Francisco de Paula del Villar
Institutions
- Gaudí Centre Reus
- Casa Navàs
- Colònia Güell
- La Pedrera
- Casa Batlló
- Sagrada Família
- Park Güell
- Casa Vicens
- Palau Güell
- UNESCO
- Connaissance des Arts
- Beaux Arts
Locations
- Reus
- Riudoms
- Barcelona
- Santa Coloma de Cervelló
- Spain
- Catalonia
- Casa Vicens
- Carrer de les Carolines 20
- Torre Bellesguard
- Carrer de Bellesguard 20
- Casa Calvet
- Carrer de Casp 48
- Finca Güell
- Avinguda de Pedralbes 7
- Palau Güell
- Carrer Nou de la Rambla 3
- Colònia Güell
- Carrer Claudi Güell 6
- La Colònia Güell
- Gràcia
- Tibidabo