{"id":146294,"date":"2023-10-03T09:46:48","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T05:46:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/?p=146294"},"modified":"2023-10-18T10:26:41","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T06:26:41","slug":"sagrada-familia-completion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/sagrada-familia-completion\/","title":{"rendered":"Sagrada Familia is finally nearing completion with only one tower remaining"},"content":{"rendered":"

A fifth tower at Barcelona’s iconic Sagrada Familia basilica<\/a>, a masterpiece originally designed by the famed Antoni Gaud\u00ed, is finally ready. Nearing its completion after over 140 years, the sixth and final one is anticipated by 2026, marking the basilica’s full realization.<\/p>\n

Sagrada Familia – The Towers<\/h2>\n

\"Sagrada<\/p>\n

This architectural wonder boasts 18 colossal towers, each representing biblical figures: the 12 apostles, the four evangelists, the Virgin Mary, and Jesus. The evangelist towers, recently illuminated, rise to a staggering 443 feet, with the Virgin Mary’s tower crowned by a 12-pointed star at 453 feet. Once complete, the Jesus Christ tower will soar to an impressive 566 feet, crowned by a 56-foot four-armed cross. The whole basilica will be the world\u2019s tallest tower, overtaking the current tallest – Ulm Minster in Germany.The two newest towers were “crowned” this October, with sculpted pieces symbolising Matthew (a man) and John (an eagle) were set atop them. This is addition to the existing towers for Mark (a lion) and Luke (an ox). The final tower will be the central and tallest tower dedicated to Christ.<\/p>\n

When will Sagrada Familia be completed?<\/h2>\n

The journey of the basilica has been long and tumultuous. At the time of Gaud\u00ed’s death in 1926, merely 10-15% was complete. The Spanish Civil War further hampered progress, resulting in the loss of many original designs. However, using surviving materials and inspired adaptations, the project continued, leading to its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1984. It was only in 2019 that the basilica received official building permits, despite being under construction since 1882!To celebrate the completion of this fifth tower, the church announced on Facebook<\/a> that there will be an inauguration mass on November 12, to honor the basilica’s progress.Don’t miss this architectural marvel on your next visit to Barcelona!<\/p>\n

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