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Arch of Triumph

Past Glories Dispersing Clouds ...

 

The " Arc de Triomf " is a triumphal arch built with colorful brickwork in Mudéjar style which has its origins in Moorish architecture.It was designed by the Modernista architect and artist Josep Vilaseca.

 

It is thirty metres tall and is abundantly decorated on all sides with stone carvings,ceramic tiles and a large number of statues and reliefs.The arch is embellished with a stone carving of the Spanish coat of arms topped with a crown and it s flanked by two lions.Below,following the contour of the arch,there are the emblems of all provinces.The central one on the keystone,which represents Barcelona,is slightly larger than the others.The arch is also adorned with twelve allegorical statues of women symbolizing fame.

 

To Spain - Catalonia - Barcelona ...

 

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