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February 23, 2013
February 23, 2013
Metropol Parasol, Seville
Photograph by Dorothea Schmid, laif/Redux
The Metropol Parasol at the Plaza de la Encarnacíon in Seville, Spain, is the largest wooden structure in the world. Completed in 2011, the multifunctional landmark—home to a museum, restaurants and bars, and a farmers market—offers shade below and panoramic views from up top.
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