When you mention Barcelona, the name that usually pops into everyone's mind is Gaudi, the famous architect. Of course, his most famous work is the Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família, which is a massive Roman Catholic church being built in the middle of Barcelona. Construction of the Sagrada Familia was started in 1882 and is currently scheduled to be finished in the year 2026. When asked about the extremely long construction period, Gaudi is said to have remarked, "My client is not in a hurry." Given the duration of the construction, the detail and dimensions of the Sagrada Familia are truly a wonder to behold.
Mindy in front of the Passion facade.
David in front of the Nativity facade.The church has two of the three facades completed. The first is the Nativity facade, which was finished prior to 1935, certainly has the most Gaudi influence in its design. The level of detail on this facade was incredible. In contrast, the Passion facade is strikingly sparse, with statues of characters in obvious pain as the crucifixion of Christ is depicted. The entire church is amazing to view, even during the construction, and Mindy and I are looking forward to returning in our retirement to view the finished product.
One of the finished sections of the church.
The arches and columns are mind-boggling.
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