Walk around Spain and get lost in architecture and art
On Sunday afternoon, the warm sunshine came through the window screen to wake me up from my dream. It was time to turn on the computer and do my homework. I habitually light a stick of Tibetan incense and let the soft music slowly drift in. The little taro lies beside the table and squints its eyes lazily, creating a warm picture.
Spain, in my impression, is a country full of enthusiasm and joy; perhaps because of the bullfighting scene, the cheerful flamenco dance, and the hundreds of kilometers of Mediterranean sunshine coast.
At this time, when I think back to the walk with Li Li in December 2017, it seems to be a dream. The dream was not happy. I wonder if God will give me another chance to find the lost happiness? I am deeply attracted by the historic buildings in those cities in my memory.
Thinking of this paragraph, I told Xiao Zhou that he owed me a trip to Barcelona within ten years. He is very happy, so I look forward to going to Spain again to meet myself in a warm and cheerful scene.
Fortunately, there are sporadic records in the circle of friends, and some of the cities I have traveled have left imprints. The scenery along the way and the architecture of the city are only awakened the moment I open the photos.
Take a boat from Morocco in North Africa, cross the Strait of Gibraltar, and reach the European continent in one hour. The first stop is Seville, Spain. The moment you step into the Plaza de España, you seem to be lost in architecture and art..., Cloisters, arches, capitals, classical romance, showing the unique Seville Viglia style; mobile phone photos simply cannot show the full appearance. Let’s use text excerpted from the Internet to describe this largest and most beautiful Spanish square:
Built in 1929 for the Ibero-American World's Fair held here, it is a typical representative of the Neo-Renaissance architectural style and the epitome of Moorish Revival architecture. The 270-degree circular square is surrounded by a semi-arc red brick building. The main tower is in the center, and the auxiliary towers are at both ends of the arc. The square is surrounded by a moat, and there are many exquisite and beautiful buildings on the river. bridge. The exterior of the building is inlaid with various ceramic tiles, representing the 58 original Spanish provinces and describing the various customs of Spanish cities. (Excerpt from online)
Plaza Mayor built in 1775
Salamanca is the first city we stopped in after traveling from Portugal to Spain. Here is the oldest university in Europe (founded in 1218), the University of Salamanca. Most of the buildings in this city were built by Salamanca in the 19th century. Built by the Marquis of Manca, it has become one of the most luxurious neighborhoods in Europe.
At this time, I opened the circle of friends from three years ago: "Record the time when I was walking on the streets of Salamanca. In just five or six hours, I encountered heavy rain, hail, snow and then the sunshine...
In the evening, the towering spiers, ancient churches and the pavement paved with sycamore leaves on the banks of the Tormes River are all dyed with a layer of bright fiery red, forming a gorgeous picture, which really lives up to the nickname "Golden City" given to her. .
That day when I walked into the University of Salamanca, it was pouring rain. I stood in the stairway and looked at the buildings covered with annual rings for nearly half an hour. What were I thinking at that time? Completely unaware at this time. Then I went to the Plaza Mayor, walked along the Roman Bridge and walked across the Tormes River. I remembered the moment when the golden leaves were waving on the golden avenue on the other side of the river...
Zaragoza is the earliest city in Spain to believe in Christianity. It has a very strong religious and cultural atmosphere. It is a famous city that evolved from the excitement of ancient Roman civilization and Muslim culture; This is the home of the romantic painter Goya. hometown. That day we walked through the streets and alleys, braving the cold wind walking along the Ebro River, walking into the Pilar Church and quietly feeling the power of faith Charming, get lost in the strong Christmas atmosphere of the church and square. clan
Li Li, do you still remember these recalled parts? What else did you experience while drinking coffee and eating skewers in the square that day? Laughing until our stomachs hurt.
It seems that I am happy. Is God jealous?
Walking into Barcelona, I have almost no impression or record of where I went during the rest of my trip.
If you ask me about my memory of that city, the only thing left is that I cried on the stone pier in front of the Sagrada Familia for a long time, probably more than three or two hours. I completely missed the beautiful window grilles in the church (the photo here is from Traveling friends) and missed all Gaudí’s works in this city.
The Sagrada Familia, whichwas built in 1882 and is not expected to be completed until 2026, is the only unfinished building selected as a World Heritage Site. No matter where you are in Barcelona, you can always See its spire reaching into the sky. It was created by the "mad architect " Antoni Gaudí .
Perhaps God created the seamless dark night and was also destined to create a few stars, which were shining brightly on their own without any hope of illuminating the entire night.
I want Xiao Zhou to take me to Spain again in a few years. In addition to Barcelona, I also want to go to the Mediterranean coast, to the Castle of Segovia, and the mountain city of Toledo. I want to walk into the palaces of art , truly feel the charm of the building, and feel the joy of the journey!
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