Nearby Church Sagrada Família: Jesus Christ Tower Officially Completes the Exterior Shell

A nearby church in Barcelona has recently achieved a milestone by completing the exterior construction of the Tower of Jesus. According to Ming Pao, the final piece—the arm of the three-dimensional tree—has been installed, officially pushing the building’s height beyond 172.5 meters, cementing its place in world architectural history.

A Historic Milestone in Religious Architecture

The Sagrada Família is now considered the tallest church in the world, a feat that holds deep significance both technically and culturally. Designed by Antoni Gaudí, this famous structure was planned to feature 18 towers with a unique and innovative architectural style. Each tower in the original design carries profound religious meaning, reflecting Gaudí’s grand artistic vision.

100 Years After Gaudí: From One Tower to Fourteen

To understand the scale of current progress, it’s helpful to look back at the construction history. When Antoni Gaudí died in 1926, only one tower had been completed. Over the past century, the church has gradually added 13 more towers. The recently finished Tower of Jesus is the fourteenth, demonstrating the perseverance and long-term vision of those continuing Gaudí’s work.

Ongoing Interior Work and Future Plans

Although the exterior has been completed, interior construction of the church continues according to the planned schedule. An official announcement is scheduled for June 10, coinciding with the 100th anniversary of Gaudí’s death. This event is not only a technical unveiling but also a tribute to the great architectural legacy and the visionary founder of the project.