Sagrada Família
Angelina Torres: «They told me they were going to build a church that would be the pride of Catalonia»
She was 112 years and almost 8 months old. Angelina Torres Vallbona was the oldest person in Spain. The fifth of seven siblings, Torres was born in 1913 (one year before World War I) in Bellvís...
Use of reinforced concrete at the Temple of the Sagrada Família
Why did Gaudí decide to use reinforced concrete to make the interior structure of the Sagrada Família?
Sagrada Família columns: the geometry, mechanics and materials of a stone forest
The columns inside the Sagrada Família, one of Antoni Gaudí’s most noteworthy contributions to the world of architecture, are unique in shape (double twist) and tree-like structure, which allows them to absorb and distribute the Temple loads.
The Sagrada Família’s stained-glass windows: captivating light
Gaudí said, “Sunshine is the best painter.” And the experience inside the Basilica truly shows he was right. Depending on the time of year, hour of the day and, even, the weather, the feeling inside changes due to the sunlight...
Passion façade: a journey through Jesus final days
Find out the meaning of the passion façade scenes of the Sagrada Familia
The magic square on the Passion façade: keys to understanding it
While admiring the Passion façade and all ofSubirachs’ sculptural work, more than once...