Why did Gaudi build La Sagrada Familia?

Why did Gaudi build La Sagrada Familia?

In the middle of the 19th century, José María Bocabella, president of the Holy Brotherhood, planned to build a church in Barcelona and dedicated it to the Holy Family "Sagrada Familia". ... He designed a church in the Gothic style and the work according to these plans began in 1882 with the construction of the crypt.

How long did Gaudi work on the Sagrada Familia?

The fantastical Sagrada Família in Barcelona has entered the final stage of construction. Clock-watchers, take note: The Sagrada Família has entered the home stretch of construction. And it took only 133 years.

How much does it cost to go to Park Guell?

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RATES	PRICES *
General ticket	10 €
Children from 0 to 6	0 €
Children from 7 to 12	7 €
Over 65 and "Targeta Rosa Reduïda" card	7 €

Can you buy Park Guell tickets at the door?

You can either buy your tickets online or buy them at the tickets offices, directly at the park, but we do advise that you make the purchase online, if you have access to an internet connection. ... Private guided tour: If you want your visit to Park Güell to be personalized you can opt for a private guided tour.

Do you need tickets for Sagrada Familia?

As I said, Sagrada Familia in Barcelona by Gaudí is by far the most visited Spanish attraction and maybe in all of Europe! Thousands of people line up there every day to see the masterpiece by Gaudí from the inside. ... You just need to book your Sagrada Familia ticket in advance online!

How do I get to Parc Guell?

Bus and Metro

1. Bus 24 from Passeig de Gracia or Placa Catalunya will get to you right to the gates.
2. Bus 92 connects Park Guell to the sea and Sagrada Familia but expect a ten minute walk.
3. Metro stops Lesseps or Vallcarca on the green line L3 (15 minute uphill walk).
4. With the Bus Turistic.

Can you buy Sagrada Familia tickets on the day?

You can also buy the tickets in the Sagrada Família ticket office, once you are in Barcelona. But in this case, the tickets can only be used to visit the Basilica the same day you have bought them (and they are subject to availability conditions). ... Yes, I believe you should purchase tickets in advance.

When was Park Guell made?

1926

What is the story behind the Sagrada Familia?

The origins of Sagrada Familia are around 1866 when a congregation of devotees of St. Joseph had the idea of building a temple in his honor. The first stone was laid in 1882, on March 19, the feast of San José, in the middle of a land of 12,000 square meters.