Your Field Guide to Visit Great Architecture

Great Buildings and Architecture by Santiago Calatrava

Turning Torso

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In Malmo, by Santiago Calatrava

This skyscraper located in Malmö is the vision of a business man to create an emblematic building that could be a symbol for the city. Based on an sculpture, the outcome is a fantastic tower.


A previous appointment is required to visit this building

Satolas TGV Station

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In Lyon, by Santiago Calatrava


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site

Sundial Bridge

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In Redding, by Santiago Calatrava

The Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay is a beautiful, unique pedestrian bridge that crosses the Sacramento River and connects the trail system in Redding, California, with the Turtle Bay Exploration Park.


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site

Palau de les Arts / Valencia Opera House

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In Valencia, by Santiago Calatrava

The Palacio de las Artes Reina Sofia is an extraordinary architectural achievement and cultural landmark in the heart of Valencia designed by famed architect and engineer Santiago Calatrava.


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site

L'Umbracle

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In Valencia, by Santiago Calatrava


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site

Principe Felipe Museum

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In Valencia, by Santiago Calatrava

The museum is nice but not perfect


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site

Bac de Roda Bridge

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In Barcelona, by Santiago Calatrava

The first bridge by Calatrava is a great piece of urban architecture that manages to stand out in a pretty rough setting.


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site

Quadracci Pavilion, Milwaukee Art Museum

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In Milwaukee, by Santiago Calatrava

The graceful Quadracci Pavilion is a sculptural, postmodern addition to the Milwaukee Art Museum completed in 2001.


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site

L'Hemisferic

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In Valencia, by Santiago Calatrava


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site

Monteolivete Bridge

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In Valencia, by Santiago Calatrava

This unique bridge was a late addition to the complex of the City of Arts and Science and crosses the fantasy land created by Calatrava.


Open to public, but no tours are available on-site