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Monastery of Pedralbes – World’s largest Gothic cloister
architecture · barcelona · historic buildings · mysterious corners · spain

Monastery of Pedralbes – World’s largest Gothic cloister

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The Reial Monastir de Santa Maria de Pedralbes is a gorgeous Gothic monastery in Barcelona. The convent was founded by Queen Elisenda de Montcada. It dates from the early 14th century and until 1983 it was inhabited by the nuns of the Order of Saint Clare. The highlight of the monastery is its three storey… Continue reading Monastery of Pedralbes – World’s largest Gothic cloister

Can Masdeu – an abandoned leper hospital
abandoned buildings · awesome city oases · barcelona · nature's beauty · spain

Can Masdeu – an abandoned leper hospital

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One of my favorite places in Barcelona is Can Masdeu. Can Masdeu is a former leper hospital which had been abandoned for over 50 years. It is now occupied by squatters and serves as a social center, residence, and community garden. The grounds governed by the squats are used as gardens and for agriculture.