What an amazing place. Antoni Gaudi was a man ahead of his times. La Sagrada Familia blends nature, the litergy, and classical elements in a eye popping church that celebrates the life and death of Jesus and the Catholic view of the Trinity. Begun in 1883, the church is scheduled to be complete in 2026, thanks to the dedication of the people of Barcelona and Catalonia.
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Last time I saw the Sagrada Familia was in 1978. It looks like they have done some improvements on it since then – I don’t think the construction was at the point that you could go inside then – must go back!
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It is an incredible building. Still very much under construction on the exterior but it seemed the interior is finished.
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A marvellous selection of photos! Scrolling through them is quite a breathtaking experience…
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Thanks. It is such an amazing place.
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Amazing pictures…
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I was blown away by la Sagrada Familia. Absolute spaceship of a genius mind. I wrote a blog about Barcelona when I was there last week, your comments are always appreciated!
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Magnificent place, beautiful images!
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Ive been to Barcelona many, many times but my first time inside was this weekend! I agree with you, Marie – the ceiling is amazing.
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Have they finished it yet?
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2026 projected. Busily working.
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Beautiful shots. I love the way the light plays on the organ pipes. Barcelona was my favourite place when I did my “10 countries in 20 days” tour of Europe many years ago and this church was one of the highlights
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Barcelona is lovely. 10 countries in 20 days??? Wow. That takes stamina.
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Wonderful photos of a spectacular church. I would love to see it some time.
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It is incredible. You eye keeps finding something new.
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A wonder of the modern world. I’ve visited a couple of times and looking forward to going again on our September trip this year. I have so enjoyed this post. Sagrada Familia should be top of everyone’s bucket list in my opinion.
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It was my first visit. First time in Spain. I was amazed.
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I bet you want to back when (if) it’s finished in 2025 or whenever! 😉
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Hey. Sorry I didn’t reply sooner. Your comment was sent to my spam folder and I just found it. You are right, I do want to go back, but I’m not sure the first impression of the interior can be topped. d
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I’m going for third visit this September. I’ll let you know ! 😉
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Lucky you!!
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This is one spectacular church. I sat inside for some time gaping at the symphony of colours and the very geometry of the place. It boggles the mind.
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I so agree. I was mesmerized by the ceiling.
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