La Muralla Roja (1973) in Calp, designed by Ricardo Bofill, is a Postmodernist housing complex that reinterprets the North African casbah on the Costa Blanca. Its labyrinthine staircases and vivid red, blue, and violet walls have made it one of the most photographed buildings in Spain.
The Vandelay collection · Spain
Architecture in Calp
Take a closer look at La Muralla Roja by Ricardo Bofill. This guide focuses on one documented place in Calp and its postmodernist architecture.
1 building in this collection 1 style
- Architects
- Ricardo Bofill
- Styles
- Postmodernist
A closer look
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Before you explore
- What does this Calp guide cover?
- Vandelay currently documents 1 building in Calp. This page introduces that place, with links to styles and architects. It is not a complete inventory of the city’s architecture.
- Can I visit the buildings shown here?
- A building’s inclusion does not mean its interior is open to visitors. Check the venue’s official website for current access, opening hours and booking requirements before planning a visit.
- Does this guide include a walking route?
- The website offers a selection of buildings and architectural context, rather than a fixed itinerary. In the app, use the map to find documented buildings and AR to see nearby places with live distances.
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