The Hemispheric
The Hemispheric City of Arts and Sciences
7 września 2023Author: Łukasz Grochal

L’Hemisfèric (in English: The Hemisfèric) is a stunning iconic building in Valencia, Spain, part of the City of Arts and Sciences (Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias).

Key facts:

  • Design: Created by architect Santiago Calatrava, its eye-shaped structure symbolizes a "giant eye of wisdom."
  • Function: It houses an IMAX cinema, a planetarium, and a laser show venue.
  • Opening: It was the first building completed in the complex (1998).
  • Unique Feature: The roof opens like an eyelid to reveal the spherical dome inside.
The Hemispheric City of Arts and Sciences
The Hemispheric City of Arts and Sciences

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Location: Spain | Valencia

Date: Sep 7, 2023