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The Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia - Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia - Catedral de la Santa Cruz y Santa Eulalia also known as Barcelona Cathedral, is the Gothic cathedral and seat of the Archbishop of Barcelona, Spain.
The Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia (Catalan: Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia), also known as Barcelona Cathedral, is the Gothic cathedral and seat of the Archbishop of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
The cathedral was constructed from the thirteenth to fifteenth centuries, with the principal work done in the fourteenth century.
The cloister, which encloses the Well of the Geese (Font de les Oques) was completed in 1448.
In the late nineteenth century, the neo-Gothic façade was constructed over the nondescript exterior that was common to Catalan churches.
The roof is notable for its gargoyles, featuring a wide range of animals, both domestic and mythical.
The Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia also known as Barcelona Cathedral, is the Gothic cathedral and seat of the Archbishop of Barcelona.
The name Montjuïc has its origin in the "Jewish Mountain" from medieval Latin.
Montjuïc is a shallow hill overlooking the southwest of the city.
At the top of the hill, is placed the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC). It stands out for its collection of Romanesque art, considered one of the most complete in the world.
On the background, Venetian Towers lead the way to the MNAC via Avinguda Maria Cristina, an avenue used to host trade fairs (Fira de Barcelona).
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