Gaudí's Experience in León

Spain Westward Journey ~ León (Region) Antonio Gaudí began planning the building in 1891, commissioned by a cloth merchant from León. These business owners traded with the Catalan textile industry. Catalan businessman Carlos Güell recommended Gaudí as a possible designer for the new headquarters of León's textile companies. The result is an Art Nouveau building with a medieval appearance. All commercial activities take place on the lower floors, while the upper floors are used for apartments. The building was classified as a Historical/Artistic Monument in 1969. Inside Casa Botines, you can see how Gaudí combined technique and style in the architectural details, and climb the original tower, which was completed in 1893. #JanuaryDestinations2025 #SpainTravel #Castile-León