Casa Milà, also known as La Pedrera, is a unique and stunning building located in the Eixample district of Barcelona, Spain. It was designed by the famous Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí and built between 1906 and 1912. The building was commissioned by the Milà family and was intended to serve as an apartment block, although today it is a museum and cultural center.
Casa Milà is known for its unusual organic shapes and curves, as well as its use of materials such as stone, wrought iron, and stained glass. One of the most striking features of the building is its undulating rooftop, which is covered in chimney stacks, ventilation towers, and sculptures. The building’s façade is also highly decorative, with intricate stone carvings and wrought iron balconies.
Inside, Casa Milà is just as impressive, with a series of interconnected courtyards and apartments that showcase Gaudí’s unique architectural style. Visitors can explore the building’s interior on a self-guided tour, which includes exhibits on Gaudí’s life and work as well as a chance to see some of the building’s most famous features, such as the winding staircase and the rooftop terrace with its panoramic views of Barcelona.