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Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, Barcelona

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#3 of 86 in Historic Sites in Barcelona

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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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• By Manuel2107

  Nunca la había visto y me gustó mucho tanto la basílica como el entorno. Además a primera hora de l mañana sin el agobio de cientos de turistas alrededor fue mejor aún.  more »

  I had never seen it before and I really liked both the basilica and the setting. Also first thing tomorrow without the burden of hundreds of tourists around it was even better.
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• By desito07

  It was one of our stops while I and my family were in Barcelona. We didn`t want to pay for Sagrada Familia, so we have decided to visit this church instead! It was astonishing inside! Very peaceful, f...  more »

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• By Sapat Lang

  Nice church. Inside is beautiful and magnificent. Sacred feel. Not noisy from tourists. like a large medieval building. nothing extravagant but stained windows are really perfect for its gray walls. spacious with high ceilings.

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• By Zoe Mavrodi

  Worth visiting for sure but hey what is this with the parking?? If it's a very touristic area... SURE IT is, no need to ask, you need to make another big parking for the visitors. Streets nearby are full and they won't let you park in the empty space 500 metres from the church so tell me where I have to park...Or I just climbed up here for nothing. Anyways I was lucky to give this brilliant church a quick look. Amazing architecture ⛪❤️

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