Church of Santa Maria Reina, Renaissance Revival church in Les Corts, Barcelona, Spain.
Description
The Church of Santa Maria Reina is a Renaissance Revival church building in the Pedralbes neighborhood of Barcelona, featuring two cloisters and a notable dome. The dome's design draws inspiration from the Florentine Baptistery of San Giovanni, along with a bell tower that rises above the structure.
History
The church was financed by Josep Nicolau d'Olzina between 1922 and 1936, serving both as a residence for Montserrat monks and as his personal mausoleum. The funding by a private patron during this period shaped the building's development in early 20th century Barcelona.
Culture
The entrance portico displays detailed paintings of the Virgin, Saint Eulalia, and Saint George, showing important religious figures in Catalan tradition.
Practical
The church is located at Avenida Esplugues 103 in the Pedralbes neighborhood and is open to visitors during the week. Regular services are held, so planning your visit around the service schedule will help you experience the space more fully.
Did you know?
The design directly references Filippo Brunelleschi's Pazzi Chapel from Florence's Santa Croce Church, transplanting Italian Renaissance elements into Barcelona's urban landscape. This architectural choice reflects an intentional dialogue between Italian and Catalan building traditions.
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