As mentioned in the previous post, here are some details from Segovia’s Cathedral. There are a number of ceremonial objects on display, including these vestments:
There there are statues from various periods:
Which show the change in style, technique, and taste in how they’ve evolved:
You’ll also find some equipment from the period when the cathedral was built:
Thus, the cathedral is a sort of living history museum while at the same time a functioning religious site. There are literally hundreds of things to see and experience here, so take your time.
As you can see, this is not exactly a mansion, but a building with many interesting attributes, such as a solar orientation to warm the house and support an integrated greenhouse seen in the next photo.
Note those amazing hardwood floors in the photo above. Below, another photo shows the side of the house.
Gaudí integrated the wrought iron benches into the railings on the porches as seen in the next photo:
The sunflower detail was carried through the entire building, including with exterior tiles:
Gaudí was a master, and his structures prove it. If you have the opportunity, visit them. One more look at the tower.
More Spain posts to follow. Stay tuned.
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