The best part of visiting Catedral de Segrada Familia was the workshop of Antoni Gaudi in the undercroft. Unlike older cathedrals, with their gothic arches requiring flying buttresses to keep standing, the arches of Segrada Familia were designed by constructing a model upside down, where the arches were simulated by chains dangling in catenary curves, thus creating a self-supporting structure. Both architectural and structural brilliance unprecedented for Gaudi's era in late 1800s, and early 1900s.
Wow so unique and a vision over 100 years ago as started....as a tourist & undergrad Architect student I toured it back in 1980. Now my career is semi retired and still waiting for 2026 completion! Indeed a bucket list item return visit after complete thinking over 45 years! I have to find my puctures taken from my tour in 1980 whilst up in some towers but no interior sections near complete!! CAD systems I used in firms I worked for, now VR systems help architects involved is awesome! Seeing the interior & exierior progress since 1980 so inspiring! Indeed hope for a revisiting once completed!!
I was first there right after I got out of college, 1970. Just one facade and a bit of the choir was done. a few years ago I went back. ("Yes, 50, not 15 years ago...") I was transported by the interior; I almost lost it three times. One of the great forests I have been in (and I have been to the big redwoods.). But look out, I hear the locals are a bit fed up with SO many tourists and are expressing that with squirt guns! (Which I think is creative AND funny, as long as your silk shirt stays dry...) Oh, obviously, this church became my #1 fav after the visit. Bumped to #2 is The Church of Saints Peter & Paul in Constanta, Romania.
I visited Sagrada Familia and it's definitely worth the time. It's an incredible, but also bizarre building. The video gives you an idea of what it's like, but the only way you can really appreciate it is to see it with your own eyes.
I've never seen it in person, but judging by what I have seen I would say it ranks number one, in my opinion. I live in the UK, we have a lot of beautiful buildings, but nothing comes close to this.
Perhaps the most amazing building I’ve ever seen. I’ve been lucky to see it twice. I’m not the least bit religious, but you certainly don’t have to be to appreciate this architectural marvel. As incredible as the exterior is, the interior is just wonderful - colorful, serene, totally unique….
I think it's a gorgeous building, incredibly ingenious & unique. I would love to visit but too old to travel nowadays. However I will enjoy videos of it when it's completed I'm sure! I'm very happy they actually are completing this!
Visited some years ago. It is spectacular on the outside, but entering inside it’s absolutely jaw dropping. Like nothing you’ve seen before. Hopefully it will give Barcelona and Spain a good income for decades to come.
Special to the ego mad, I'm sure, yes it is, a standing testament to humanity vanity and lack of any actual sense of humility or love for others. If Satan existed he would be very proud of his work.
@@MultiMyNickName It takes a special kind of person to find negativity in such an exemplary showing of human engineering and conviction. You must be a blast at parties.
Barcelonas Segrada Familia is truly a masterpiece in architecture. designed by Antoni Gaudi. it grows to inspire the faithful, and draw them nearer to our Creator. Hope it survives through all the obstacles and constraints imposed by man and nature.
Wow, I’m 44 and I never even heard of this church in my life. I can’t lie. I’m gonna have to go see this thing at least once. I can’t believe how beautiful that building is or multiple buildings I guess 🤷🏻♂️ I can’t get over how beautiful that church is
The Christ The Redeemer figure is a singular work, this Catedral de La Sagrada Familia is turning into a hodge-podge. There are thematic elements present in the completion work that are absent from the original work. Apologies to all involved.
The only building I can think of that inspires interest in its architecture for people who don't care for architecture. It is also the only building I can think of that is successful for its architecture alone
Just a few quick notes: 6:24: That is not the Glory facade; it's the Passion facade. 8:23: That is not the Glory facade; it's the Passion facade. The Glory facade has barely started; it's currently just a gray concrete wall. The completion date is now 2032, not 2026, due to delays caused by the pandemic.
I have seen the Sagrada Familia many times over the years, a visit to the city is never complete without going to both Cathedrals, this one and Camp Nou. I want to be able to visit again when this place is finally completed and Camp Nou has reopened.
I;ve been to 21 countries and of all of the things I've seen La Sagrada was my favorite. The presence of God was felt so strongly there and it's soooo beautiful and unique
@@adorp or…? Or what? When you encounter God you’re never the same. Also, I have never taken drugs. When I experienced God it was completely sober and it was unmistakable
@@BoldFollower or power... It is power. That tower is a monument of human ego. I am not criticising the art, the effort, and the achievement that went into it. On a purely materialistic level, it is a beautiful work, and I totally support it unless evidence of corruption etc comes out in the open. But the jump yoy made from from material to spiritual right there left me scratching my head.
@@adorp that’s fair. I am a pastor and used to travel for a living… all over. I still do travel, but not as much. The story behind me visiting was… it was one of those places that meant to be a quick photo and go. I’ve been all over the world, seen all sorts of beautiful and unique places. I entered in and something just felt different. It’s hard to explain. I’ve felt similar in small, hole in the wall churches, but most of the grandeur giant cathedrals I’ve never felt anything- I do agree, beauty has to do with it in part, but only in part. Almost none of the other beautiful places set the stage for a God encounter like this. But that’s just me: Jeremiah 29:13 says if you seek God with your whole heart he’ll let you find Him. You can experience God right where you are if you’re genuinely looking for Him.
@@BoldFollower It is wonderful that you do get that feeling in other places too. Personally, if I ever get such a feeling, I would not know whether it is genuine or something my brain made up, which is why I would keep it a secret. And I know that if I make such a claim in public, there will always be a hint of bragging hidden in my tone. It is human nature.
Love Gaudis'work and was able to tour the structure on mid 1900s. We were allowed to climb up into one of the towers. It was amazing! I was hoping to be able to return some Day to attend the mass in the chapel But being 82 it doesn't look like I will make it. Glad to see this video. Gaudi was so far ahead of most architects of the Era. Barcelona is full of his works. Well worth a trip if you can make it. ❤❤
The design is still closely following that of the 20th century architect, so Antoni Gaudi should be credited with the design, but the execution is also being well done.
Oh! Thanks This good video 💯 I visited that place. Very nice...I like his artistic something I remember his beautiful place. I thinking about once more visits... Some day...
Though not a Catholic or even a Christian, I have been fascinated by Gaudi's architecture since I took an art appreciation class in 1970. To see his work finally coming to fruition is exciting beyond imagination. His architecture in general is stunning. I hope to be able to travel there one day.
It’s quite breathtaking to see it in person, i was awestruck. Interestingly they believe I’ll never be finished as by the time the work is completed, the oldest parts will need to be renovated
It's insane how the city distances itself from this beautiful church, and even charges it for being there?! You'd think the city officials would realize that the church is probably the most obvious reason people visit the city in the first place. It probably stands to make them millions as it is.
@@morninboy True, but this is not just "Everybody Else", it is "THE" building to visit in Barcelona. I for one, plane to visit Spain & Barcelona in particular just to see this modern wounder of the world. I believe, I'm not the only tourist planing to go to Spain just for the sole purpose to see this building. This will benefit "Everybody Else" from the hotel's, restaurants & shops.
@@jcgpisces579 and infrastructure to carry the extra burden of so many tourists. I'm sure the entry fee will more than suffice. It seems these days everybody wants relief from taxes only to turn around and blame all governments for not doing enough.
@@morninboy There is always one. It would be great to believe that what the bureaucracy stands to gain from the increase in income from tourists will no doubt be put to good use, improved infrastructure, transport facilities, healthcare, maybe even education etcetera, Hmmm. Have the powers that be, contributed towards the cost of construction? If one believes the narrator, all funding has been from ticket sales and donations.
As a young American living in Barcelona in the early ' 60 s I would take the tram ,which was very old , and go to S. F. and climb around the old stones all of which were black from the coal burning . There was a wooden shack that the guards hung out in. Didnt know what I was missing . Have not been back since.
Em 2019 estive em Barcelona e vi várias das obras de Gaudí, tais como Casa Milá, casa Balltó, Park Güell, Palácio Güell e claro a Ssgrada Família. Tenha fé em Deus que verei a conclusão da obras. Acredito que a conclusão do Templo Espiatório da Sagrada Família de Gaudí marcara um antes e depois no período histórico, a exemplo da pré-história, história antiga, medieval, moderna, ai entra a Sagrada Família e segue a contemporânea.
Go there late afternoon, early evening, so that the sun shines through the stained glass. It is wonderful beyond words. Also, Gaudi is buried in the Sagrada Familia and you can look down in his tomb through a glass panel.
When i wrote a poem about La Sagrada Familia in 1993, it wasn't clear it would ever be completed. When the poem was turned into a song 20 years later, a lot had changed already!
I have not visited Spain .Gaudi and his church were mentioned in my architecture lecture class. In my opinion of one : it always reminded of a melted candle ,it does not have the soaring spirituality of the Gothic nor the clean lines and open construction of modernism. It does have the same over the top excesses of the Baroque. None the less, It is a architectural marvel .
I have been to the Sagrada Familia twice. The first time in the 60's when it was just a facade; a huge doorway with nothing behind it! and the second time about 20 years ago when it was about half way finished! It is one of the most stunning buildings in the world. It's unbelievably, jaw-droppingly beautiful!!! Can't wait to see it finished! 🏗🕍 :)
How can you talk about the shape and unique load bearing ability of the support columns and not show the upside down hanging string model on display which was used to work out how to form them?
Yes, seeing that model was the best part of the experience of visiting Segrada Familia, at least in 1987 when I was there. And they aren't "leaning columns" they are "caternary curves" the same as fine chains of the upside down model assume, which made the forms self-supporting without needing flying buttresses.
I think the great Cologne Gothic cathedral in Germany took about 400 years to complete as did a lot of the other big cathedrals -even St Peter's in Rome took hundreds of years.
I live in Barcelona and I seriously doubt that it will be finished by 2026... not because of the towers themselves, which are going at a good pace, but because of the last facade, which affects several homes that are having trouble relocating (even though we know that one day they will fall to the ground). It is complex. I hope we can see it finished soon because there is a saying here that says: this is going to last longer than the Sagrada Familia... hahaha
Gaudi was a genius with a great artistic aesthetic .an engineer inventor and pioneer. just think kids he did this with NO computer NO AI bs -only the one in his head! his followers have to use the latest tools in computing to complete his original designs
I think it's wonderful that there's such a monument to Christianity in the tradition of European cathedrals. It's revolutionary, extraordinarily beautiful, and devotional. A remarkable testament in the modern age.
Until the city does not find a solution for the city block where the main entrance is supposed to be the Sagrad Familia will unfortunately stay unfinished forever.
The Glory Façade will take a while as the entranceway will be the most complex of the three, in addition to its four termite mound-like towers which must match those of the other two façades.
The Sagrada de Familia is far from being finished. The main building will be finished in a few years but the main entrance to it is uncomplete because it will require the removal of many buildings and the street where the entrance will exist. This means 3,000 people and all the businesses along that street will have to be relocated and a long legal battle could take many years in order to complete the entrance. Since the vision of Gaudi was lost during the Civil War that completely destroyed his architectural plans, there is a fight going on about what that vision should be in the future. All they have are photos of Gaudi's model but not all the land around the Basilica.
As if you are going to casually stroll about and suddenly cone up this colossal structure. It can be seen from all parts and everyone knows it’s in Barcelona.
A stunning achievement with stone from all over the world and funding from many people around the world. A truly world-class artistic concern, showing what GOOD can be carried out if we all worked together towards improving everyone's lives, instead of global destructive forces... war... transgression... demolition and dismantling of positive traditions... or political "leaders" taking pride for what they do not deserve: La Sagrada Familia belongs to the whole of mankind!! ❤🌍🌎🌏🙌
theres actually and issue about edning the basilica. which is that the rear of the building should be made with a stairs of (aprox) 10 meters, which right now is not posible due to the buildings next to it with a separation of less than 10 meters
Thank-you for explaining the religious symbolism of the spires. I have a better understanding of Gaudi’s meaning and intent for the design of this cathedral.
An amazing engineering marvel, is anyone planning on visiting this?
Well if house problems didnt happen every time i fixed another house problem yea
Thanks for fixing the audio!
Already been-highly impressive 😊🤗
I am visiting for the first time this September
Was just there in May and it's one of those things you need to see for yourself.
The best part of visiting Catedral de Segrada Familia was the workshop of Antoni Gaudi in the undercroft. Unlike older cathedrals, with their gothic arches requiring flying buttresses to keep standing, the arches of Segrada Familia were designed by constructing a model upside down, where the arches were simulated by chains dangling in catenary curves, thus creating a self-supporting structure. Both architectural and structural brilliance unprecedented for Gaudi's era in late 1800s, and early 1900s.
Wow so unique and a vision over 100 years ago as started....as a tourist & undergrad Architect student I toured it back in 1980. Now my career is semi retired and still waiting for 2026 completion!
Indeed a bucket list item return visit after complete thinking over 45 years! I have to find my puctures taken from my tour in 1980 whilst up in some towers but no interior sections near complete!!
CAD systems I used in firms I worked for, now VR systems help architects involved is awesome! Seeing the interior & exierior progress since 1980 so inspiring! Indeed hope for a revisiting once completed!!
Completion deadline is 2032, got delayed after Pandemic.
I was first there right after I got out of college, 1970. Just one facade and a bit of the choir was done. a few years ago I went back. ("Yes, 50, not 15 years ago...") I was transported by the interior; I almost lost it three times. One of the great forests I have been in (and I have been to the big redwoods.). But look out, I hear the locals are a bit fed up with SO many tourists and are expressing that with squirt guns! (Which I think is creative AND funny, as long as your silk shirt stays dry...) Oh, obviously, this church became my #1 fav after the visit. Bumped to #2 is The Church of Saints Peter & Paul in Constanta, Romania.
I visited Sagrada Familia and it's definitely worth the time. It's an incredible, but also bizarre building. The video gives you an idea of what it's like, but the only way you can really appreciate it is to see it with your own eyes.
This is so true, sadly didn't get a chance to get tickets inside lol
Agreed 100%
Been there 3 times, inside twice. It is awesome.
Definitely it ranks as one of the architectural wonders of the modern world! Not to be missed!
Now Disney should build a park around this.
@@jdos5643 Emm no, we are no usa thanks
@@montxogandia of course you’re not.
@@montxogandia of course you’re not
I've never seen it in person, but judging by what I have seen I would say it ranks number one, in my opinion.
I live in the UK, we have a lot of beautiful buildings, but nothing comes close to this.
Perhaps the most amazing building I’ve ever seen. I’ve been lucky to see it twice. I’m not the least bit religious, but you certainly don’t have to be to appreciate this architectural marvel. As incredible as the exterior is, the interior is just wonderful - colorful, serene, totally unique….
An incredible cathedral, beautiful architecture and city. One of my favorites
I've never been to Barcelona, but when I think of Barcelona, I think of this building. It is iconic.
I think it's a gorgeous building, incredibly ingenious & unique. I would love to visit but too old to travel nowadays. However I will enjoy videos of it when it's completed I'm sure! I'm very happy they actually are completing this!
Visited some years ago. It is spectacular on the outside, but entering inside it’s absolutely jaw dropping. Like nothing you’ve seen before. Hopefully it will give Barcelona and Spain a good income for decades to come.
Been there twice. Going back in January. It's a special place.
Special to the ego mad, I'm sure, yes it is, a standing testament to humanity vanity and lack of any actual sense of humility or love for others. If Satan existed he would be very proud of his work.
@@MultiMyNickName Thanks for the update, Eeyore
@@MultiMyNickName It takes a special kind of person to find negativity in such an exemplary showing of human engineering and conviction. You must be a blast at parties.
@@DoinThatRag is a protestant they hate art
@MultiMyNickName I agree 100% They say they believe in god and keep his word sacred yet keep wasting money on this BS.
Barcelonas Segrada Familia is truly a masterpiece in architecture. designed by Antoni Gaudi. it grows to inspire the faithful,
and draw them nearer to our Creator. Hope it survives through all the obstacles and constraints imposed by man and nature.
The completion bits look kind of "slapped onto the surface".
The Alan Parsons Project dedicated an entire album to Antonio Gaudi, I recommend it highly. It is a masterpiece!!
No it isn't, it's laughable at best
Wow, I’m 44 and I never even heard of this church in my life. I can’t lie. I’m gonna have to go see this thing at least once.
I can’t believe how beautiful that building is or multiple buildings I guess 🤷🏻♂️ I can’t get over how beautiful that church is
i saw it 2 weeks ago first time, it was really awesome to see. its one big building with spires
Then you don't know about the work of Gaudy. Not only the cathedral but many other buildings and parks . You really should go to Barcelona
I have been and I am amazed at the vision, it’s totally inspiring, it is a timeless design that leaves one in awe.
Why is this not a Wonder of the World, Number 8 would be fitting and should be on everyone's bucket list...stunning
I vote to replace Christ the Redeemer for the Sagrada Familia. The list was done via votes by some company, totally biased
The Christ The Redeemer figure is a singular work, this Catedral de La Sagrada Familia is turning into a hodge-podge. There are thematic elements present in the completion work that are absent from the original work. Apologies to all involved.
Because it's not and never will be
The only building I can think of that inspires interest in its architecture for people who don't care for architecture. It is also the only building I can think of that is successful for its architecture alone
Nah not really, it's not a marvel nor a wonder, the wonders of the world are already here not this
Last time I saw it was 6 years ago - it already looked mind blowing. Can't wait to pay a visit once it's finished.
We visited it about five years ago and have plans to go back when it is completed. Absolutely spectacular!!
There is not a more beautiful building on the planet. I can hardly wait to see it.
Taj Mahal is an architectural wonder of geometry, balance, simplicity, use of materials and craftsmanship
Although it's more of a tiny town than a single building you should look at Mont-Saint-Michel. It's like something out of a fantasy.
@@morninboy lmao no
@@zSion Obviously you have not been there. Proudly displaying ignorance is not uncommon
Angkor Watt takes my vote and I'm Spaniard. But Sagrada Familia is quite a marvel...
That is a beautiful place full of good energy..
Just a few quick notes:
6:24: That is not the Glory facade; it's the Passion facade.
8:23: That is not the Glory facade; it's the Passion facade.
The Glory facade has barely started; it's currently just a gray concrete wall.
The completion date is now 2032, not 2026, due to delays caused by the pandemic.
A whole of of information new to me and I've been following this for years. A most excellent video with no filler.
I have seen the Sagrada Familia many times over the years, a visit to the city is never complete without going to both Cathedrals, this one and Camp Nou. I want to be able to visit again when this place is finally completed and Camp Nou has reopened.
If Football is a religion to you - then where does that place Real Madrid ?
I marvel at the beauty of this incredible building! I hope I live to see its completion!!!
I;ve been to 21 countries and of all of the things I've seen La Sagrada was my favorite. The presence of God was felt so strongly there and it's soooo beautiful and unique
And this is why I don't believe in people who claim to have gone through divine experiences. It is either acid or ...
@@adorp or…? Or what? When you encounter God you’re never the same.
Also, I have never taken drugs. When I experienced God it was completely sober and it was unmistakable
@@BoldFollower or power... It is power. That tower is a monument of human ego.
I am not criticising the art, the effort, and the achievement that went into it. On a purely materialistic level, it is a beautiful work, and I totally support it unless evidence of corruption etc comes out in the open.
But the jump yoy made from from material to spiritual right there left me scratching my head.
@@adorp that’s fair. I am a pastor and used to travel for a living… all over. I still do travel, but not as much. The story behind me visiting was… it was one of those places that meant to be a quick photo and go. I’ve been all over the world, seen all sorts of beautiful and unique places. I entered in and something just felt different. It’s hard to explain. I’ve felt similar in small, hole in the wall churches, but most of the grandeur giant cathedrals I’ve never felt anything- I do agree, beauty has to do with it in part, but only in part. Almost none of the other beautiful places set the stage for a God encounter like this.
But that’s just me: Jeremiah 29:13 says if you seek God with your whole heart he’ll let you find Him. You can experience God right where you are if you’re genuinely looking for Him.
@@BoldFollower It is wonderful that you do get that feeling in other places too.
Personally, if I ever get such a feeling, I would not know whether it is genuine or something my brain made up, which is why I would keep it a secret. And I know that if I make such a claim in public, there will always be a hint of bragging hidden in my tone. It is human nature.
Love Gaudis'work and was able to tour the structure on mid 1900s. We were allowed to climb up into one of the towers. It was amazing!
I was hoping to be able to return some Day to attend the mass in the chapel But being 82 it doesn't look like I will make it. Glad to see this video. Gaudi was so far ahead of most architects of the Era. Barcelona is full of his works. Well worth a trip if you can make it. ❤❤
It's just beautiful ❤
I've been waiting for this masterpiece to be ready for so long, one day i will visit here 💮
Love From Indian Hindu ❤🎉🇮🇳
I was there in the 80's. Loved it!!!
Was there, saw it. Breathtaking.😮❤❤❤
Ingenious, imaginative, awe-inspiring, and beautiful.
It's one of the great architecural achievements. I travelled to Barcelona just to experience it
Who is the 21st century architect? He should be famous. The building is magnificent.
Famous in the architectural community for sure. The Alan Parsons Project also released the concept album Gaudi in 1987.
The current architect is Jordi Fauli.
@@HeinrichvonReuss3747 Thank You!!!
The design is still closely following that of the 20th century architect, so Antoni Gaudi should be credited with the design, but the execution is also being well done.
Oh! Thanks This good video 💯 I visited that place. Very nice...I like his artistic something I remember his beautiful place. I thinking about once more visits... Some day...
Out of this world.......magneficent
Have seen it……impressed👍👍👍👏👏👏
I seen this amazing thing 12 years ago, I hope I go back one day again and see the progress
Though not a Catholic or even a Christian, I have been fascinated by Gaudi's architecture since I took an art appreciation class in 1970. To see his work finally coming to fruition is exciting beyond imagination. His architecture in general is stunning. I hope to be able to travel there one day.
An amazing visionary blend of the worldly and other worldly. A dreamscape.
It’s quite breathtaking to see it in person, i was awestruck. Interestingly they believe I’ll never be finished as by the time the work is completed, the oldest parts will need to be renovated
I was there in 1982 we couldn’t go in because of construction but still it was so beautiful. 🤗
It's insane how the city distances itself from this beautiful church, and even charges it for being there?! You'd think the city officials would realize that the church is probably the most obvious reason people visit the city in the first place. It probably stands to make them millions as it is.
Everybody else pays taxes and permit fees
@@morninboy True, but this is not just "Everybody Else", it is "THE" building to visit in Barcelona. I for one, plane to visit Spain & Barcelona in particular just to see this modern wounder of the world. I believe, I'm not the only tourist planing to go to Spain just for the sole purpose to see this building. This will benefit "Everybody Else" from the hotel's, restaurants & shops.
@@jcgpisces579 and infrastructure to carry the extra burden of so many tourists. I'm sure the entry fee will more than suffice.
It seems these days everybody wants relief from taxes only to turn around and blame all governments for not doing enough.
@@morninboy There is always one. It would be great to believe that what the bureaucracy stands to gain from the increase in income from tourists will no doubt be put to good use, improved infrastructure, transport facilities, healthcare, maybe even education etcetera, Hmmm. Have the powers that be, contributed towards the cost of construction? If one believes the narrator, all funding has been from ticket sales and donations.
@@jcgpisces579 same
The dedication to see this finished has spanned generations now. What a remarkable story.
I highly recommend visiting Barcelona and this building. I have never seen anything like this.
As a young American living in Barcelona in the early ' 60 s I would take the tram ,which was very old , and go to S. F. and climb around the old stones all of which were black from the coal burning . There was a wooden shack that the guards hung out in. Didnt know what I was missing . Have not been back since.
That would be the only place in the world that I would LOVE to visit.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ thank you
Em 2019 estive em Barcelona e vi várias das obras de Gaudí, tais como Casa Milá, casa Balltó, Park Güell, Palácio Güell e claro a Ssgrada Família. Tenha fé em Deus que verei a conclusão da obras. Acredito que a conclusão do Templo Espiatório da Sagrada Família de Gaudí marcara um antes e depois no período histórico, a exemplo da pré-história, história antiga, medieval, moderna, ai entra a Sagrada Família e segue a contemporânea.
it looks amazing now so when finished it should be unbelievable!! I hope I'm still here to see it
I was there in 2006 and it didn't look anywhere near being done. The tour guide said it was at least 30-35 years away from being finished.
Go there late afternoon, early evening, so that the sun shines through the stained glass. It is wonderful beyond words. Also, Gaudi is buried in the Sagrada Familia and you can look down in his tomb through a glass panel.
Truly a monumental achievment lets hope it fulfils its purpose amen
This project started out as a church but what is it now...A fascinating building though, definitely on my places still to visit list.
Still a church, at least part of it, but also a true wonder of the world, too.
It definitely is a surreal sight to behold!
Gonna add this to the list of places to visit!
coolest building design ever
It is a beautiful work of art.
My last trip there was in 2014. Definitely has come a long way in the past 10 years.
Unbelievable. Must be awesome to see in person.
When i wrote a poem about La Sagrada Familia in 1993, it wasn't clear it would ever be completed. When the poem was turned into a song 20 years later, a lot had changed already!
I have not visited Spain .Gaudi and his church were mentioned in my architecture lecture class. In my opinion of one : it always reminded of a melted candle ,it does not have the soaring spirituality of the Gothic nor the clean lines and open construction of modernism. It does have the same over the top excesses of the Baroque. None the less, It is a architectural marvel .
I have been to the Sagrada Familia twice. The first time in the 60's when it was just a facade; a huge doorway with nothing behind it! and the second time about 20 years ago when it was about half way finished! It is one of the most stunning buildings in the world. It's unbelievably, jaw-droppingly beautiful!!! Can't wait to see it finished! 🏗🕍 :)
How can you talk about the shape and unique load bearing ability of the support columns and not show the upside down hanging string model on display which was used to work out how to form them?
Yes, seeing that model was the best part of the experience of visiting Segrada Familia, at least in 1987 when I was there. And they aren't "leaning columns" they are "caternary curves" the same as fine chains of the upside down model assume, which made the forms self-supporting without needing flying buttresses.
This is ALREADY A LEGENDARY ART😇
it does qualify to be in the next categories of " wonders of the world"...
The Sagrada,
is over 500 Feet tall...! 😮
I think the great Cologne Gothic cathedral in Germany took about 400 years to complete as did a lot of the other big cathedrals -even St Peter's in Rome took hundreds of years.
Construction in Cologne was interrupted for several hundred years, but then finished in the late 19th century.
Just great!
I live in Barcelona and I seriously doubt that it will be finished by 2026... not because of the towers themselves, which are going at a good pace, but because of the last facade, which affects several homes that are having trouble relocating (even though we know that one day they will fall to the ground). It is complex. I hope we can see it finished soon because there is a saying here that says: this is going to last longer than the Sagrada Familia... hahaha
Gaudi was a genius with a great artistic aesthetic .an engineer inventor and pioneer.
just think kids he did this with NO computer NO AI bs -only the one in his head!
his followers have to use the latest tools in computing to complete his original designs
I think it's wonderful that there's such a monument to Christianity in the tradition of European cathedrals. It's revolutionary, extraordinarily beautiful, and devotional. A remarkable testament in the modern age.
This is so amazing. I am to old to make the journey there.
I was there earlier this year. It's impressive for sure but doesn't compare to the old cathedrals or the Vatican
Apologies. We expect our team to do better.
Until the city does not find a solution for the city block where the main entrance is supposed to be the Sagrad Familia will unfortunately stay unfinished forever.
What a magnificent tribute to the worshippers' faith in God!
Very petty of the authorities to demand a building permit payment 100 years later. Godless bureaucrats...
View City beautiful
Outside is amazing. Inside looks like a 2-day drywall project covered in ceiling white.
Cologne Cathedral took much longer to complete. Some beautiful things just need some time it seems.
I’m not too crazy about the look of the outside, but the inside is nice and the engineering is cool.
Thumbnail makes the cathedral look like a planet based pulse laser defense system powering up to launch a bolt of energy at a target in orbit. 😂
The Glory Façade will take a while as the entranceway will be the most complex of the three, in addition to its four termite mound-like towers which must match those of the other two façades.
The Sagrada de Familia is far from being finished. The main building will be finished in a few years but the main entrance to it is uncomplete because it will require the removal of many buildings and the street where the entrance will exist. This means 3,000 people and all the businesses along that street will have to be relocated and a long legal battle could take many years in order to complete the entrance. Since the vision of Gaudi was lost during the Civil War that completely destroyed his architectural plans, there is a fight going on about what that vision should be in the future. All they have are photos of Gaudi's model but not all the land around the Basilica.
This is my favorite structure on the Earth.
Dude this is wild a whole video made by a bot and commented on exclusively by bots
Very impressive.
142 years to build and it still looks like something from Ender's Game.
When I was young it was estimated that it would take 200 years to complete
..every square inch of city is covered in buildings here...probably for all eternity . Perfect place for an Iconic Cathedral...!
That's like right out of the "Lord of the Rings".. invokes images of Minas Tirith a little bit.
Incredible
Can´t wait to hear Ganon's concert once finished
As if you are going to casually stroll about and suddenly cone up this colossal structure. It can be seen from all parts and everyone knows it’s in Barcelona.
The quarry where they get the stone for this is in Lancashire.
A stunning achievement with stone from all over the world and funding from many people around the world. A truly world-class artistic concern, showing what GOOD can be carried out if we all worked together towards improving everyone's lives, instead of global destructive forces... war... transgression... demolition and dismantling of positive traditions... or political "leaders" taking pride for what they do not deserve: La Sagrada Familia belongs to the whole of mankind!! ❤🌍🌎🌏🙌
I am not religious in any way but I felt quite emotional when I entered, I will go and see it when it’s finished
GOD Bless His Church and Spain ❤
Almost in our lifetime , but there's so much more to be constructed ....
theres actually and issue about edning the basilica. which is that the rear of the building should be made with a stairs of (aprox) 10 meters, which right now is not posible due to the buildings next to it with a separation of less than 10 meters
Thank-you for explaining the religious symbolism of the spires. I have a better understanding of Gaudi’s meaning and intent for the design of this cathedral.
Should have got the Polish in to build it - Would have it built in 6 months 😁
Catalans are a great nation!
A great Spanish region indeed... and also grateful for the tons of money donated by citizens from all over the world!! 👏👏👏👏
Just one question, do they celebrate mass there? That is the real miracle. God bless!