Barcelona's Sagrada Familia Nears Completion After 144 Years With Jesus Christ Tower

After 144 years of construction, Barcelona's Sagrada Familia is approaching completion.

“To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser thatsupports HTML5 video After years of construction, Barcelona's Sagrada Familia has become the world’s tallest church”

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The Tower of Jesus Christ will be finished by June 10, 2026, marking the centenary of Gaudí's death.

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The tower will stand 172.5 meters tall, making the basilica the tallest church in the world.

The project began in 1882 as a simple Gothic-style cathedral but was radically transformed by Gaudí.

Modern technologies like Rhino 3D software and 3D printing have been employed to realize Gaudí's vision.

Gaudí's design philosophy was rooted in the principle that human work should never outweigh nature's beauty.

The basilica's interior naves resemble a stone forest with branching columns.

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He introduced deep modifications to the original Neo-Gothic plan.

He suppressed the central staircase to improve liturgical function.

These innovations laid the foundation for ongoing challenges after his death.

The Sagrada Familia faces local controversies over plans for a park and staircase.

“The Sagrada Família participates in the "Moments estel·lars" cycle organised by The New Barcelona Post - The Sagrada Família participates in the "Moments estel·lars" cycle organised by The New Barcelona Post Asset Publisher The general director of the Basilica of the Sagrada Família, Xavier Martínez, and the head architect, Jordi Faulí, starred this Monday, 13 April, at Casa Seat in the conversation The Sagrada Família: Completing Barcelona’s Dream”

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Nearby residents fear they could be forced from their homes.

The construction schedule has extended beyond previous estimates.

The basilica remains funded entirely through private donations and visitor revenues.

Gaudí's centenary will be celebrated with more than 70 activities.