Cool facts about Sagrada Familia
Posted on Aug 16, 2025 / Travel
- The basilica has 18 planned towers, each representing important biblical figures, with the tallest symbolizing Jesus Christ.
- Construction has relied entirely on private donations, even after more than a century.
- The Nativity Facade is almost entirely completed, while the Passion Facade is still under construction.
- Gaudí is buried in the Sagrada Familia’s crypt.
- It is said that Gaudí believed nature is the greatest teacher, influencing every design element of the basilica.
- The interior columns branch like trees, creating a forest-like atmosphere inside.
- Despite being incomplete, it is one of the most visited monuments in Spain, attracting millions annually.
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