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Symbology and construction of the spires on the Crossing Room pediments
In the Sagrada Família, the windows are topped by a pediment with a terminal...
144 years of shared history
Textos: extrets de l’exposició «La Sagrada Família, Gaudí i Barcelona. Cent quaranta-quatre anys de camí…
Which fruits are on the side naves of the Sagrada Família?
Did you know that fruits such as cherries, peaches, and oranges are present at the Sagrada Familia?
What is the relationship between Montserrat, Gaudí and the Sagrada Família?
We see Antoni Gaudí’s connections to the mountain of Montserrat and the references to this symbol of Catalan identity, spirituality and culture that he planned for the Sagrada Família.
Sculptors of the Chapel of the Assumption: “We want our work to be relatable and welcoming”
Mercè Riba, Béatrice Bizot and Teresa Riba, the three sculptors of the Assumpta Chapel, talk about their works and the production process
Camp de Tarragona: back to Antoni Gaudí’s roots
We delve into Antoni Gaudi’s roots in Camp de Tarragona to discover buildings, landscapes and sources of inspiration that forged his personality and unique way of looking at architecture and the world...
What was Gaudí’s connection to Orfeó Català?
One of Gaudí’s goals for the Sagrada Família was to bring religious music to the faithful. To do so, the architect wanted to return to the origins, to Gregorian chants, the traditional music of the Catholic Church from medieval times, and popular Catalan music.
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Passion façade: a journey through Jesus final days
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Symbology and construction of the spires on the Crossing Room pediments
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What scenes are on the Nativity façade?
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The Sagrada Família’s stained-glass windows: captivating light
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Sagrada Família columns: the geometry, mechanics and materials of a stone forest
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Discover the current state of the works and upcoming architectural milestones for the Sagrada Família. Now 70% complete, the Basilica is moving into the home straight with construction of the Chapel of the Assumption, the second sacristy, the tower of Jesus Christ, the Glory façade and the adjoining sections of the cloister.
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