Thanks to a deep sense of place rooted in the natural world and connected to both Mediterranean and European cultures, the people of Catalonia’s sun-drenched capital are known for their creative spirit — esperit creatiu in Catalan.
From the secrets of the iconic Sagrada Familia to an exploration of lesser-known sites and artists, this curated collection captures the essence of Barcelona’s always modern, often nature-inspired aesthetic and might just ignite your own imagination.
Barcelona’s Expiatory Temple of the Sagrada Familia has been in construction for more than 140 years. Architect Manuel Bravo explores this structure just as its famous designer Antoni Gaudí conceived it before his death in 1926.
The Barcelona-born surrealist artist is best known for the recurring abstract symbols in his work. This short film produced by Barcelona’s Fundació Joan Miró explores some of them.
In an effort to improve walkability, reduce noise and air pollution and create more space for greenery, the city is revamping their iconic square blocks by rerouting cars and creating more pedestrian-only zones throughout the city.
This UNESCO World Heritage mini-documentary explores two of the finest contributions to Barcelona’s architecture, the works of the city’s “other” famous architect, Lluís Domènech i Montaner: the Palau de la Música Catalana and the Hospital de Sant Pau, both art nouveau gems.
This football (soccer) stadium is one of Barcelona’s most popular tourist attractions and the largest of its kind in Europe. DW Euromaxx explores the vast grounds.
The art critic extraordinaire reveals the city’s history and culture, focusing on its “golden age” (1850-1925)—coinciding with the life of Antoni Gaudí—and pointing out what makes its architecture uniquely Catalan.
Barcelona’s Modern Art, Architecture & Design
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