Antoni Gaudi has perhaps one of the most unique and distinctive architectural styles the world has seen. He has been such a strong influence on Barcelona architecture - giving viewers a truly breathtaking experience as they wonder the streets.
Sagrada Familia would have to be his greatest work. Construction of this church began in 1882 but Gaudi didn't become involved until '83 where he took over the project and began to inject his signature style - combining gothic and art nouveau forms.
Construction for Sagrada Familia was slow as it relied heavily on donations and was later interrupted by the Spanish Civil War.
2010 marked the mid-point for completion with some of the project's greatest challenges still remaining. An anticipated completion date of 2026 has been set - which is the centennial of Gaudi's death.
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