The Sagrada Familia basilica features sandcastle-like spires, stone carved to look like lush flora, a kaleidoscopic interior and a trove of treasures, some hiding in plain sight. Even regular worshippers at Barcelona’s world-famous landmark find themselves dumbstruck with wonder. Josep Turull, the Catalan rector of the Sagrada Familia and the priest in charge of its parish activities, … Read more
Barcelona’s skyline just got a divine upgrade. The iconic Sagrada Familia basilica — the unfinished masterpiece of architect Antoni Gaudí — officially became the world’s tallest church on Thursday, after a section of its central tower was lifted into place. This week a section of its central tower was lifted into place. REUTERS With the … Read more
Many travelers to Barcelona, Spain, may find themselves at one of the most beautiful sacred places in the world: the Sagrada Familia. The basilica is the largest unfinished Catholic church, attracting not just worshippers but tourists from all over. Sagrada Familia attracts so many tourists that the city of Barcelona is now building a specific area just for visitors … Read more