Antoni Gaudí and his masterpiece: Sagrada Família reaches new heights

RugpullAlertOfficer · 2026-02-27T11:14:36+00:00

The Sagrada Familia, designed by Antoni Gaudi over a century ago, has reached a major milestone with the completion of the exterior of the Jesus tower. The basilica continues to embody Gaudi's architectural vision as it heads towards its anticipated opening on June 10, coinciding with the centenary of Gaudi's death.

RugpullAlertOfficer

2026-02-27 11:14:36

Abstract generation in progress

A monumental project conceived by the great architect Antoni Gaudí over a century ago is nearing completion. Sagrada Família in Barcelona has just surpassed another important milestone in its construction, officially finishing the exterior of one of the most significant towers in the complex.

A Century-Old History of the Barcelona Basilica

Sagrada Família is not just a building but an embodiment of architectural genius Antoni Gaudí. When the master passed away in 1926, only one of the planned 18 towers had been completed. For nearly a hundred years, builders have continued to realize the vision of the great architect, restoring documents and drawings to preserve the integrity of the original design.

Completion of the Jesus Tower: A New Height Record

According to local sources, last week the final component of the three-dimensional cross—the reinforcement structure of the Jesus Christ tower—was successfully installed. This moment marked the completion of the tower’s exterior, which rises to a height of 172.5 meters, further cementing Sagrada Família’s status as the tallest cathedral in the world. The Jesus Christ tower is the fourteenth completed tower of the entire complex.

From Gaudí’s Vision to Reality: A Global Architectural Concept

Antoni Gaudí designed the temple so that each of the 18 towers carries symbolic meaning. The now-completed tower at 172.5 meters demonstrates the scale and ambition of the original project. Although the exterior decoration is nearly finished, interior work continues actively, including detailed finishing, installation of internal structures, and systems.

Opening Soon: The Final Stage of Construction

A significant event is scheduled for June 10 of this year—coinciding with the hundredth anniversary of Gaudí’s death. On this day, a preliminary opening of the main temple is planned, allowing the world to see the results of nearly a century of construction for the first time. While final touches will take more time, this opening will be a triumph not only for Barcelona but for architectural history as a whole.

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