Antoni Gaudí He was an outstanding Spanish architect born in Reus, Catalonia, in 1852. He is recognized worldwide for his unique and extravagant style, which made him one of the greatest exponents of Catalan modernism. Gaudí studied architecture in Barcelona and, throughout his career, developed a highly original style, inspired by the organic forms of nature and the Catalan artisanal tradition. Among his most famous works are The Sacred Familya monumental church (until now unfinished) that is considered his masterpiece. Other emblematic projects include Güell Park, the Güell Palace and the Batlló house. Gaudí's architecture is characterized by the innovative use of materials such as trencadís (ceramic mosaic) and stone, as well as its sinuous forms and detailed ornamentation. Its legacy remains a source of inspiration for architects and artists around the world. His tragic death in 1926, after being hit by a tram in Barcelona is honored with his work, which lasts as a testimony of his incomparable genius and creativity.
As for the Holy Family, many architecture fans and modernism have not finished believing, but there is already a date for the end of the construction of the Holy Family, one of the best known buildings in the world that in 2023, accounted for a total of 4, 707, 367 visitors, nothing less.
The president of the organization in charge of finishing the masterpiece of Antoni Gaudí, Esteve Camps, has announced that, in 2026, coinciding with the centenary of the death of the building's architect, the works of the central tower of 172.5 meters will end, which will turn the Holy Family into the highest building in Barcelona. The construction of the building started on March 19, 1882.
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