Mercado de Colón or Valencian: Mercat de Colom (Columbus Market) is a public market located in the city center of Valencia, Spain. It is one of the main works of the Valencian Art Nouveau.[1]
| Mercado de Colón | |
|---|---|
| Native names Spanish: Mercado de Colón Valencian: Mercat de Colom | |
 | |
| Location | Valencia (Valencian Community) |
| Built | 1914–1916 |
| Architect | Francisco Mora Berenguer |
| Architectural style(s) | Valencian Art Nouveau |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Reference no. | RI-51-0008310 |
Building edit
The building was designed by the Valencian architect Francisco Mora Berenguer between 1914 and 1916. It is a clear example of Valencian Art Nouveau architecture of the early century. It was declared national monument. It impresses with its extraordinary facade and lavish decor.[2]
References edit
- ^ "La Valencia modernista". Las Provincias. July 10, 2014.
- ^ Official website of the Mercado de Colón
External links edit
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