Palau de la Metal·lúrgia, Art Deco exhibition building in El Poble-sec, Barcelona, Spain.
Palau de la Metal·lúrgia is an exhibition building in Art Deco style located in Barcelona's Montjuïc area, offering approximately 16,000 square meters of exhibition space. Architects Alexandre Soler i March and Amadeu Llopart designed it with characteristic geometric shapes and decorative elements.
The building was originally erected as the Palace of Electricity for the 1929 International Exhibition to showcase Barcelona's industrial progress. After its creation, the structure underwent various changes in use and was later transformed into a modern exhibition center managed by Fira de Barcelona.
The building combines Art Deco style with Central European expressionist elements, expressed through its clean geometric forms and ornamental details. This architectural choice reflected Barcelona's pride in its industrial power during the early 20th century.
The building is located in the Montjuïc area and opens for various exhibitions and events throughout the year. Visitors should check in advance what exhibition is on display and remain flexible with their timing, as the program changes regularly.
During the 1992 Summer Olympics, the building served as the main venue for fencing competitions in the modern pentathlon events. This temporary transformation shows how adaptable such historical structures can be for different purposes.
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