The Sagrada Familia: The Church of the Future

Antoni Gaudí was inspired by nature when he took over the design of this temple.

Consequently, instead of straight structures, his plan incorporated natural arches in their ceilings, and pillars that resemble trees that change their shape depending on the perspective, as it happens with real trees.

This monumental church also features different animal figures like turtles, doves, snails, and pelicans, among others, that make true Gaudi’s quote: “Nothing is art if it does not come from nature”.

This minor basilica has three façades, one yet to be finished, and it is expected to have 18 towers that will represent important biblical characters. Currently, there are only 8 towers.

The Nativity façade was completed by Gaudi. The Passion and the Glory façades were built much later following the drawings and instructions left for future architects and sculptors. 

The details and complexity of its design still represent a challenge for modern architects, whose goal is to maintain the essence of Gaudí’s design.

State-of-the-art technology has been incorporated to keep the progress of the construction, although most of it during the 20th century was using wood scaffolding. 

Its construction has taken over a century and we cannot yet estimate a completion date, although it should not be too far off.

The Nativity façade and the Crypt of La Sagrada Familia are among the works of Antoni Gaudi inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Did you know it receives three million visitors every year and that income helps support the construction?