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The Ship of Stone: Inside Barcelona's Maritime Masterpiece

Monochrome photography from Barcelona in Spain

Dec 31, 2025
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The Basílica de Santa Maria del Mar, often hailed as the purest example of Catalan Gothic architecture, is a breathtaking space. This photograph captures the soaring, simple elegance of its interior, emphasising the church’s unique style often called Maritime Gothic.

The image uses a dramatic, extreme low-angle perspective, creating a strong sense of ver…

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