The Sagrada Familia: The Astonishing Story Of A... < GENUINE – Walkthrough >

Three distinct facades depict the life of Christ: the intricate Nativity, the stark Passion, and the yet-to-be-finished Glory.

The Sagrada Familia is currently in its final phase of construction. While the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the initial goal of a 2026 completion (the centenary of Gaudí’s death), the major towers are nearing their peak. Even unfinished, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site that draws millions of visitors, proving that its beauty lies as much in its evolution as in its final form. The Sagrada Familia: The Astonishing Story of A...

In 1883, a young architect named Antoni Gaudí took over the project from Francisco de Paula del Villar. Gaudí scrapped the original neo-Gothic plans in favor of a design inspired by nature. He believed that there are no straight lines or sharp corners in nature, leading to the forest-like interior where massive columns branch out like trees to support the vaulted ceiling. A Cathedral of Light and Symbolism Every element of the basilica is drenched in meaning. Three distinct facades depict the life of Christ: