El Capricho: Gaudí's Oriental Masterpiece in Cantabria

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Explore El Capricho, one of only three Gaudí works outside Catalonia. Built in 1885, this remarkable orientalist villa showcases the architect's innovative genius with its distinctive sunflower tiles, unique architectural elements, and creative use of materials. Now serving as a museum, this hidden gem in Comillas represents Gaudí's early experimentation with nature-inspired design and his mastery of combining functionality with artistic beauty.