Torre Glòries

skyscraper in Barcelona

#30 in Barcelona / #125 in Spain

by Fred Romero

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Torre Glòries, formerly known as Torre Agbar, is a distinctive skyscraper located in Barcelona, Spain. Designed by French architect Jean Nouvel in collaboration with the Spanish firm b720 Arquitectos, the building was completed in 2004. Standing at 144 meters (473 feet) with 38 floors, Torre Glòries is renowned for its colorful, illuminated facade featuring over 4,500 LED devices that can create dynamic light displays. The tower's design is inspired by the geological formations of Montserrat, a nearby mountain range, and the shape of a geyser rising into the air.

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