Who paid for the Sagrada Familia?

Who paid for the Sagrada Familia?

The Sagrada Familia is managed by a Foundation totally outside the administrative control of the city, and therefore apparently without a license, without accounts to render, financed almost solely by the receipts of the ticket office, a ticket is worth on average 20 euros, all the same.

Why is the Sagrada Familia still under construction?

If this basilica is remained until this day unfinished, the reason is very simple: She is illegally since the beginning of his construction. Initially in 1882, the site chosen to erect the basilica was not in the urban area of ​​Barcelona. She I’is today, but not then.

When will the works of the Sagrada Familia be finished?

The current building permit runs until 2026, when the works should be completed.

When will the Sagrada Familia be completed?

2026 Theoretically, the Sagrada Familia should be completed in 2026, the expected date of the end of the most important works and the anniversary date of the centenary of the death of its creator Antoni Gaudí. But there have been many obstacles and delays since the laying of the first stone in 1882.

Where did Gaudí die?

Old Hospital de la Santa Creu, Barcelona, ​​Barcelona, ​​SpainAntoni Gaudí / Place of death

How old is Gaudi?

73 years old ()Antoni Gaudí / Age at time of death

How is the construction of the Sagrada Família financed?

The construction of the Sagrada Família is financed solely by alms and donations to the exclusion of any public funds. While some of Gaudí’s patrons are known as the famous Eusebi Güell i Bacigalupi, Count Güells, the majority of donors are anonymous and the amounts unknown.

How to visit the Sagrada Familia?

Currently, it is possible to access two towers of the Sagrada Familia to observe the panorama of the city and the progress of the works. The ascent of the passion tower or that of the nativity is done by elevator and the descent by spiral staircases.

What are the benefits of Sagrada Familia ending in 2026?

The year 2026 will mark the centenary of Gaudí’s death and we want to celebrate this event by putting an end to the Sagrada Familia. But this year there will surely be two things that will not be finished: the artistic part and the surroundings of the basilica.

What is the facade of the Sagrada Familia?

As a sign of homage to the great architect of the Sagrada Familia, Subirachs sculpted the character (on the left of the photo) in the guise of Antoni Gaudí as well as the two knights who echo those of the terrace of La Pedrera or Casa Milà from Passeig de Gracia. This façade is dedicated to the glory of Jesus and his ascending journey to heaven.