Barcelona is know for a lot things, especially being immersed in Antoni Gaudi's unique art and architecture. But in the shadows of Gaudi's creations, there are some impressive other works worth looking at. One of them is Palau de la Música Catalana.

Palau de la Música Catalana

As soon as you enter, you are immersed in incredible colors and lighting that all comes together perfectly.

Palau de la Música Catalana

Flowers and peacock feathers seems to be the clear inspiration for the side balcony seating lighting.

Palau de la Música Catalana

It's when you get upstairs that you can witness the full extend of artistic awe. This was designed by the Spanish architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner. He won the award for this as the best built building in 1908 and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Palau de la Música Catalana

The concert hall roof is definitely the star. Palau de la Música Catalana is still functioning to this day. You can watch musical performances here while stilling below this amazing roof

Pont del Bisbe

Not far from the Palau de la Música Catalana is the Gothic quarter. Where you can see some of the works of other artists on the streets.

Gothic Quarter

This is where gargoyles rule the land, always watching you from the high towers. The Picasso museum is also a short walk from here.

College of Architects of Catalonia

In the Gothic Quarter, you can also see this giant sculpture made by Norwegian artist Carl Nesjar according to original drawings by Picasso.

Palau de la Música Catalana

I leave you with this final picture of the hall of Palau de la Música Catalana. The colors and symmetry of it is just mind boggling.