Casa Milà
Casa Milà draws photographers for its undulating stone facade, iron balconies, and the famous rooftop terrace where Gaudí's sculptural chimneys and ventilation towers create one of the most surreal skylines in architecture. On the street level, a wide-angle or 24mm lens lets you capture the full sweep of the curved facade along Passeig de Gràcia; step back to the opposite sidewalk for a straight-on composition, or move to the corner of Carrer de Provença to get the building's full wraparound form. The rooftop is where you want to spend the most time, using the warrior-like chimneys as foreground elements against the sky. Early morning gives you soft, even light on the facade with minimal crowds, while golden hour warms the stone beautifully. Book rooftop access in advance, as timed entry fills up quickly, especially in summer. (Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain)
