Pope to bless Barcelona's Sagrada Familia on death centenary of designer Gaudí
Summary
Pope Leo XIV will bless the new central tower of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia, marking 100 years since the death of its designer, Antoni Gaudí. The pope is visiting Spain, where he has held a large open-air mass and addressed the Spanish parliament, and will also focus on immigration issues during a visit to the Canary Islands.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV will bless the Sagrada Familia's central Jesus Christ tower on June 10, 2026.
- The visit coincides with the 100th anniversary of architect Antoni Gaudí’s death.
- Gaudí died in 1926 after being hit by a tram while going to pray.
- The Sagrada Familia is the world’s tallest church at 172.5 meters (566 feet).
- The basilica is still unfinished, with full completion expected in about 10 years.
- The COVID-19 pandemic delayed construction due to a loss of tourism income.
- The pope has spoken out against social polarization and called for peaceful dialogue.
- After Barcelona, the pope will visit the Canary Islands to address immigration challenges.
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