The story of navigation and the river: Pabellón de la Navegación, Sevilla

The Pabellón de la Navegación was built for the 1992 Universal Exposition in Sevilla. It was designed by Sevillian architect Guillermo Vázquez Consuegra who won a construction mention in the II Spanish Architecture Biennial. Initially, the Pabellón de la Navegación served as a service building and showcased scientific expeditions, discoveries, and naval technology advancements during the 1992 Universal Exposition. In 2012, it was transformed into a museum about Atlantic navigation, becoming one of the largest museums in Spain.

The building, with a construction area of 16,266 m², is located on the edge of the Guadalquivir River, facing the historic center of Seville. The Pabellón de la Navegación is divided into two buildings, with one dedicated to services and the other for the museum. A large ramp-covered staircase connects both buildings and serves as a gateway to the river. The Pabellón de la Navegación's facade faces the river, featuring a curved metal roof that contrasts with the historical city. Five prismatic glass lucarnes light the interior.

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