Modernismo was an artistic, literary, and architectural movement in Catalonia at the beginning of the 20th century. It was part of a more general movement in this period in the whole of Europe and was called Art Nouveau or Jugendstil as well, depending on the country. Barcelona, in particular, is well known for many buildings from this period, especially in connection to the great Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi. These buildings are unique and sometimes make the impression of being from another world altogether. They seem to be the perfect blend of practicability and imagination.