La Pedrera – Casa Milà

Casa Milà, located at the corner of Passeig de Gràcia and Passeig de Provenca in Barcelona, ​​Spain, was designed and built by Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí between 1906 and 1912. As Gaudí's last private residential project, Casa Milà encapsulates the architectural language of his mature period and is a pinnacle of the Art Nouveau style's curvilinear aesthetic. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and open to the public as a museum, it has become a pilgrimage site for architecture enthusiasts and tourists worldwide. Gaudí is a paragon of the organic integration of liberalism and modernism. He believed that "straight lines belong to man, curves belong to God," and the design of Casa Milà is entirely inspired by nature, imitating the forms of rocks, waves, and plants. The building's exterior, known as "La Pedrera" (meaning "quarry"), features an undulating, wave-like facade resembling a natural mountain, devoid of straight lines or right angles, presenting a sense of natural flow. Inside, the curves of the columns and staircases resemble tree trunks and caves, while the ceiling textures mimic leaf veins and ocean waves, conveying a tribute to the vitality of nature from the outside in. The roof of Casa Milà is the most iconic part of Gaudí's entire architectural work: 30 oddly shaped chimneys and vents exist like sculptures, some resembling warriors, others like monsters (I personally feel they look like some masks from Sanxingdui), perfectly combining functionality (smoke extraction, ventilation) with artistry. The undulating roof enhances the sculptural feel of the building, and standing on it offers a panoramic view of Barcelona.

Casa Milà is a fantastic place to visit in Barcelona. The audio guide is very informative and the staff are really friendly and helpful throughout. The rooftop and the views was a highlight for me!

The black iron railing patterns and the top floor of the facade are the highlights. Compared with Casa Milà and Sagrada Familia, Casa Milà is a bit plain. It is best to visit Milà first among the three treasures of Gaudí, then Casa Milà, and Sagrada Familia. You will feel that the experience is getting more and more exciting and shocking.

As Gaudi's last private residential design, the interior design of Casa Milà has a typical Gaudi style - ubiquitous circles and arcs, almost invisible straight lines and angles. What would it be like if an alien landed on your roof? You will get the answer here. The most peculiar thing about this building is the chimney on the roof. Gaudi seems to have a special liking for chimneys, and there is always a unique desire for expression in the design: some are covered with ripples like waves, some are embedded with wine bottle fragments, and some are paved with fine tiles; some look like abstract human heads, and some look like a large conch. The peculiar look makes it difficult for tourists to guess Gaudi's creative intentions.

The night of Milà is so beautiful. I booked the tickets on Ctrip in advance. It must be reasonable to see that the night VIP is expensive. I chose the night show because of the time arrangement. I always have to arrange some programs at night. VIP entrance A tour guide leads about ten tourists, and introduces each floor in detail. The top floor is the most beautiful! Different light and shadows projected on the same building are also beautiful and intoxicating! Modern light and shadow technology brings out the beauty of Gaudi's works to the fullest. If Gaudi were alive, he would feel relieved. I love Barcelona because of u! Mr. Gaudi...

Standing on the rooftop of Casa Mila, you can strongly feel the warrior-like air vents standing on the hills of ups and downs, and it seems as if the theme song of Star Wars is ringing in your ears. This private house has rich details and Gaudí's personal style, such as the door handles designed by Gaudí himself, the rhythm of the natural scenery, etc. It is highly recommended to rent a guide to help you understand the meaning and characteristics of each exhibit.

The Casa Mila has a unique appearance and is very eye-catching. You can't miss it. The outer wall of the building is wavy and dynamic. Maybe the Casa Mila is too famous. The entrance fee is 25 euros, which is expensive. You get what you pay for. The audio guide of Casa Mila is fully automatic. When you go to a certain point, it will automatically play the information of that point, which is very convenient.

Casa Milà was built between 1906 and 1912 and is located on Passeig de Gràcia in the Eixample expansion area of ​​Barcelona, ​​Spain.