[SPAIN] Barcelona - Casa Mila (La Pedrera)

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This modernist residential building is located in the district Eixample in Barcelona. It is just a 7-minute walk (500m) from Casa Batlló.

You wouldn't miss this building as its unconventional and undulating stone facade with twisting wrought iron balconies will immediately capture your attention as you are approaching the junction between Passeig de Gràcia and Carrer de Provença.

The building actually consists of two blocks of apartments, which are connected only by the facade, the ground floor and the roof. Each has its own yard and entrance.

Visitors will be able to visit the courtyard, the former coach house, the roof, the attic and the tenant's apartment.

The stone facade is self-supporting, meaning the internal walls can be added and demolished without affecting the stability of the building. Gaudí designed Casa Milà with natural shapes in mind - there is hardly a right angle to find anywhere.

This apartment in Casa Mila recreates the way a bourgeois family in Barcelona lived in the beginning of the 20th century. The interior of the apartment is complete with the period furnishings, household utensils and equipment. Gaudí designed the door knobs, handles, mouldings, doors and floors.

The souvenir shop is located on the ground floor. I bought a T-shirt here with the colourful imprint on it.

Tip: Since Casa Milà is one of the most visited attractions in Barcelona, I would recommend to book the tickets in advance. Not only you won't need to wait in line at the ticket office, you will also save money. Ticket office rate is EUR 3 more per person.