Designed by Domenech i Montaner, one of the most renowned architects of the modernisme movement, this unusual hospital complex was built between 1902 and 1930. Located on the site of the old Santa Creu Hospital, which dates back to 1401, the Hospital de Sant Pau is the largest single example of Catalan modernista architecture. Packed with sculptures and mosaics, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. However, it still functions as a hospital and only the courtyards and gardens are open to visitors. There are guided 50-minute visits in English daily at 10:15 am and 12:15 pm. 5 euros. Sant Antoni Maria Claret 167, Eixample, Barcelona. Phone 93-291-9484 for information regarding guided visits. http://www.santpau.es.
