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Unique Architecture
- La Sagrada Familia stands out among Spanish Gothic churches with its organic design, resembling bones or sand.
- Unlike other cathedrals, it's not old, with most of its construction occurring in the last 40 years.
Recreating Gaudí's Vision
- Antoni Gaudí's architectural plans, crucial for the church's completion, were largely destroyed around 80 years ago.
- Current architects strive to understand Gaudí's thinking to continue the project, relying on fragmented plaster models.
Nature's Influence
- Gaudí, a Catalan architect, drew inspiration from nature, viewing God as the ultimate architect.
- He saw perfection in natural forms like snake skeletons and honeycombs, incorporating them into his designs.