99% Invisible La Sagrada Familia (Repeat)
May 21, 2019
Explore the captivating story behind La Sagrada Familia, Gaudí's architectural marvel that combines organic design with intricate details. Discover the challenges faced by architects striving to finish the basilica, decades after Gaudí's untimely death. Learn about the impact of the Spanish Civil War on his legacy and how modern technology aids in continuing his vision. Delve into the spiritual essence of this iconic structure, shaped by Gaudí's innovative modeling techniques and his belief in creativity as a journey of discovery.
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Unique Cathedral
- La Sagrada Familia stands out among Spain's Gothic churches with its organic design, resembling bones or sand.
- Unlike other cathedrals, it's not old, with most construction occurring in the last 40 years and remaining unfinished.
Unfinished Legacy
- Gaudí died in 1926, leaving the church largely unfinished.
- Architects continue interpreting his vision using surviving fragments of his models.
Fragmented Clues
- The architects rely on Gaudí's fragmented plaster models to guide construction.
- These models, though damaged, offer clues to his intentions for the church.
