The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page. ~St. Augustine

Aug. 20, 2007 - La Sagrada Familia

Temple Expiatorio de la Sagrada Familia,

the Translation of this is "The Expiatory temple of the Holy Family"

This Unfinished Temple was started in 1882, under the direction of Antoni Gaudí for 40 years. After his death, the continued under the direction of Doménech Sugranyes until interrupted by the Spanish Civil War in 1935. During the war part of the building were lost and destroyed. The design that is now being constructed is based on rebuilding the lost parts and also on modern adaptions.

Every part of the design of La Sagrada Familia, is filled with symbolism. The eighteen high towers represent the twelve disciples, the four Evangelists (Matthew, mark, Luke and John), the Virgin Mary, and the tallest of all, Jesus Christ. The towers are decorated with words such as "Hosanna", "Excelsis", "Sanctus", and words from the apostles Creed. The temple had three grand Facade's, the Nativity, Glory and Passion.

The Building is expected to be completed in 2026, the 100th year annaversery of Gaudí's death.

PICTURES

This is the Nativity Facade

This is the Passion Facade w/ lots of tourists!

la Sagrada Familia

La Sagrada Familia

"We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open." -- Jawaharal Nehru

Farewell,

Amanda

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