Ip4 Monument Events

A Revised Proposal atocha_railway.1 · dlc016

After a series of rejected plans, a revised proposal by a newly hired architect appears to meet the criteria of both the government and the … to begin construction on Atocha Railway Station.

The young engineer, a great connoisseur of iron architecture currently popular in France, presents the latest designs for Atocha Railway Station to the committee for review. Members of the … look on eagerly, greatly pleased with the revised plans after many years of debate. The engineer reassures everyone of the project's viability: "Once the project is approved, work can begin immediately!"

Atocha Railway Station Inaugurated atocha_railway.2 · dlc016

In the heart of …, Atocha Railway Station is now operational. The aspirations of … have been realized.

The newly constructed railway is picturesque with its red bricks made of fine pressed sand and terracotta ornaments. The central nave of Atocha Railway Station's concourse greets the influx of passengers upon arrival to … and welcomes them to the bustling streets of ….

Expanding the Arts in Havana gran_teatro.1 · dlc016

… members of the … have issued a proposal to construct Grand Theater of Havana in the heart of … at the site of Teatro Tacón. The group has collected a significant sum of money to be used in this renovation endevour.

"The celebrated Tacon Theatre faces the Paseo de Isabella, and is built on the corner of San Rafael Street. It is a capacious structure, but extremely plain and unimpressive in its exterior appearance. ... The frescos are in good style, and the ornamentation, without being excessive, is in excellent and harmonious taste. A large, magnificent glass chandelier, lighted with gas, and numerous smaller ones extending from the boxes give a brilliant light to this elegant house, which is one of the largest theatres in the world." — Maturin Murray Ballou

Palacio del Centro Gallego gran_teatro.2 · dlc016

The construction and renovation proposed by … members of the … is now complete. Art flourishes not only in the newly built Grand Theater of Havana, but also in the streets of ….

"Evening music in the open air is always attractive, but nowhere is its influence more keenly felt than under the mellow effulgence of tropical nights. Nowhere can we conceive of a musical performance listened to with more relish and appreciation than in the Plaza de Armas or the Parque de Isabella in Havana. The latter place on the occasion of the concerts is the resort of all classes. ... Even the humble classes are seen in large numbers quietly strolling on the outer portions of the Plaza listening to the fine performances of the band, and quietly enjoying the music, 'tamed and led by this enchantress still.'" — Maturin Murray Ballou

Earthquake at … manila_cathedral.1 · dlc016

The Manila Cathedral is now in ruins after an intense earthquake struck …. … of the … have issued a proposal to rebuild the cathedral. The group has collected a significant sum of money to be used in its construction.

"The destructive ravages and changes produced by earthquakes are nowhere more remarkable than in the Philippines. They have overturned mountains, they have filled up valleys, they have desolated extensive plains; they have opened passages for the sea into the interior, and from the lakes into the sea. There are many traditional stories of these territorial revolutions, but of late disasters the records are trustworthy. ... Successive earthquakes have brought upon Luzon a series of calamities." — John Bowring

The Sixth Manila Cathedral manila_cathedral.2 · dlc016

Despite the damage and damage to its predecessor, the Manila Cathedral is once more the cathedral of the Archdiocese of Manila.

"Though the name of Manila is given to the capital of the Philippine Islands, it is only the fort and garrison occupied by the authorities to which the designation was originally applied. ... The palace fills one side of a public plaza in the fortress, the cathedral another of the same locality, resembling the squares of London, but with the advantage of having its centre adorned by the glorious vegetation of the tropics, whose leaves present all varieties of colour, from the brightest yellow to the deepest green, and whose flowers are remarkable for their splendour and beauty." — John Bowring

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Glorious Eden pena_palace.1 · dlc016

The spouse of … … has made plans to commission the restoration and renovation of Pena Convent.

"Lo! Cintra's glorious Eden intervenes In variegated maze of mount and glen. Ah me! what hand can pencil guide, or pen, To follow half on which the eye dilates Through views more dazzling unto mortal ken Than those whereof such things the bard relates, Who to the awe-struck world unlocked Elysium's gates?" — Lord Byron

The Jewel of Sintra pena_palace.2 · dlc016

The renovations for Pena Palace are now complete. The ruins of the former convent have been thoroughly transformed.

On a clear day, when the Sintra Mountains mist clears, the structure atop the hills can be seen from …. Born of a king's imagination and reimagined by a romanticist architect, the bright red and yellow facades of Pena Palace are resplendent—a true … treasure.

Modernist Architecture sagrada_familia.1 · dlc016

The Association of Devotees of Saint Joseph have hired an architect who has conceptualized the design of Sagrada Família Cathedral in a Modernist style unique to Catalonia. Once approved, construction can start immediately.

"There are no straight lines or sharp corners in nature. Therefore, buildings must have no straight lines or sharp corners." — Antoni Gaudí

Nativity Facade sagrada_familia.2 · dlc016

Steady progress has been made in the development of Sagrada Família Cathedral. Impressed with the architect's devotion to the project, the … now support the next phase of construction.

From afar, the east-facing Nativity Facade of Sagrada Família Cathedral shines when bathed in the golden rays of dawn. Rounded, botanical shapes depict the birth of Jesus Christ. Even in this partially constructed state, the temple is a marvel.

Unfinished Masterpiece sagrada_familia.3 · dlc016

Unfinished but not abandoned, construction for the Sagrada Família Cathedral continues even as the architect who originally designed the grand plans for the temple has passed away. His successor will take over so construction does not suffer a period of neglect.

"There is no reason to regret that I cannot finish the church. I will grow old but others will come after me. What must always be conserved is the spirit of the work, but its life has to depend on the generations it is handed down to and with whom it lives and is incarnated." — Antoni Gaudí

The End, for Now sagrada_familia.4 · dlc016

Another facade of Sagrada Família Cathedral has been completed, signaling the end of construction, for now. The Modernist architect's extraordinary vision is a cultural touchstone here in ….

After so many years of construction, the ambitious architectural designs of another facade have been realized. Foreign travelers who come to Sagrada Família Cathedral marvel at the structure's unique style. Two visitors stand before the newest addition to the temple. "Breathtaking," one traveler remarks, unable to conceal the awe in his voice. His companion, however, looks on skeptically. "Perhaps this Modernist style is an acquired taste."