Palau Güell
Palacio Güell · 라발 / 바리 크시니스
mansion in Barcelona, Spain, designed by Antoni Gaudi
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Palau Güell2:30
Welcome, esteemed travelers, to Palau Güell, pronounced pah-LAHW GWEY. We are standing in the heart of the El Raval neighborhood, just a few steps off the famous La Rambla boulevard. …
Listen in the app2The Parabolic Facade2:08
As you direct your gaze toward the facade, you are immediately struck by two monumental parabolic, or catenary, arches framing the grand entrance. Notice the sheer scale of these iron-forged gates. …
Listen in the app3The Coach House and Stables2:07
Stepping through the grand arches, you enter the coach house. Look down at your feet, and then immediately cast your gaze upward to the ceiling. …
Listen in the app4The Grand Staircase and Anti-chamber2:09
Returning to the ground floor, we now prepare to ascend the spectacular main staircase. Reach out and touch the stone of the balustrade. …
Listen in the app5The Hall of Intimates and Smoking Room2:14
Moving deeper into the residence, we step into the Hall of Intimates and the adjoining Smoking Room. Prepare to be transported to another world. …
Listen in the app6The Cosmic Dome of the Central Hall2:17
You are now stepping into the absolute crown jewel of the entire palace: the Central Hall. Tilt your head back and gaze upward. …
Listen in the app7The Billiard Room and Art Studio2:01
Stepping away from the overwhelming grandeur of the Central Hall, we find ourselves in the Billiard Room and Art Studio. This space served as a creative hub where the Güell daughters spent endless hours painting, drawing, and…
Listen in the app8The Hall of Lost Steps1:54
We now navigate through a space known evocatively as the Hall of Lost Steps. This narrow corridor is a masterclass in spatial problem-solving. …
Listen in the app9Final Reflections1:56
To conclude our journey through Palau Güell, we ascend the narrow servant staircase, passing through the attic, to step out into the Mediterranean sun on the world-famous rooftop. This is where Gaudí's imagination fully broke…
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What is Palau Güell?
Palau Güell is a place in 라발 / 바리 크시니스 with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 라발 / 바리 크시니스 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Total length | 19 min 16 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 41.3788, 2.1744 |
| Last updated |
