El Capricho

El Capricho (Gaudí)

museum in Comillas

#1 in Comillas / #573 in Spain

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El Capricho, also known as Villa Quijano, is an architectural gem located in Comillas, Spain. Designed by the renowned Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, this whimsical summer villa was built between 1883 and 1885 for the wealthy patron Máximo Díaz de Quijano. The building showcases Gaudí's distinctive style, combining intricate ceramic tile work, wrought iron, and natural motifs. The structure is noted for its playful and vibrant design, featuring a sunflower motif and an impressive tower that adds to its fairy-tale appearance.

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