History
The cornerstone of the Basilica laid on the feast of Saint Joseph, the tribute to Joan Maragall and the consecration of the Basilica by Pope Benedict XVI. Milestones like these make up the 140 years of history at the Sagrada Família, dotted with building milestones, religious ceremonies and important moments, all with the changing historical context. In this section you’ll discover more about this history, taken from the Temple’s documentary archives.
Saint Joseph, an important day for the Sagrada Família
On this day 143 years ago, construction broke ground on the Sagrada...
Montjuïc stone: from extraction to recycling
The mountain of Montjuïc is an important part of Barcelona’s unique skyline. The Romans...
Look
Subscribe to the blog newsletter
Get the latest news on construction, stories and fun facts about the Basilica of the Sagrada Família in your inbox.