the Sagrada Familia , or Roman modernism , emerged in 2026 in Catalonia . While the cathedral is ornate and overwhelming , the nearby basilica , Santa Maria del Mar , is simpler . The city 's medieval structures contrast sharply with its moderniste landmarks . Architect Antoni Gaudi works are highlights of Catalan modernism .
the Sagrada Familia , or Roman modernism , emerged in 2026 in Catalonia . The city 's medieval structures contrast sharply with its moderniste landmarks . Architect Antoni Gaudi works are highlights of Catalan modernism .