The Sagrada Familia's SECRETs Uncovered!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

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[@FransBlaas1]

Sadly the subtitles write the names all wrong.. 😢😢

[@dcbchannel1619]

Never heard Antoni Gaudi being referred to as Italian. He was born a Catalan and is a product of Barcelona and Cataluña. Lore has it that the inspiration for the Sagrada is the Montserrat geological feature about 40 miles outside Barcelona. The spires of that mountain range look very much like those spires of the basilica. Materials used to build Sagrada are sourced in part from Montserrat. Like a tree has roots that balance the trunk and branches, it stands to reason that Gaudi’s organic architecture would have a foundation that mirrors nature.

[@BxBxProductions]

bro who tf did the captions? 😡

[@carteunu467]

Min 14.58 Do you realize it is SUN DIMMING 🌥 in Barcelona????? Great doc btw 👍

[@edward-g7w]

@@carteunu467 too many innaccuracies.

[@oriolpujolmartinez7268]

Barcelona local here. By the time those residential blocks were built nobody was expecting the basilica to be ever finished, at least in the lifespan of potential buyers. People who bought houses there have always been fully aware of the situation, only that 40 years ago it seemed such a far away in the future problem that they just did not care.

[@framegrace1]

The whole situation was caused by the rampant corruption on the Franco era, a (infamous, in Barcelona) constructor bought super cheap that land because was affected by the construction. For "some reason", the franco "Culture Ministry" gave permission to build those flats there. Later they said that at the time, "No one found the blueprints with the stairs, so it was conceded". The Patronate has been planning for this problem for a long time, and I think they have some solution in mind (They have been buying properties around). There's a comitee discussing all this. Also, turns out that the whole construction was ilegal for 137 years. When it started, the plot was part of an older village (Sant Marti de Provencals), and the permits were never renewed when that village was absorved by Barcelona. In 2019 the city gave an official permit to the current constructors in exchange of 36 Milion euros in delays and damages.

[@ronaldtan8273]

The residence in the front of that amazing Church... Must sell or donate thier property for the complition of that church... Coz its thier foult in 1st place... And if they care for country and faith... they must sell or donate the property so that the church will be complete or else... They are considerd the destroyer of Basilica/church...

[@davidwescott6808]

Barcelona in my opinion has such beautiful architecture, truly a site to see. I walked everywhere I could for 7 days. Loved every minute of it.

[@ObviousObservations]

Have you seen pictures of when the construction was ongoing?

[@Wann-zo7rn2qn4i]

I think if I were one of the 3000 people living across the basilica and the Government wants to buy me out at a reasonable price to make way for it, I would sell. I would consider it my contribution to this grand dream.

[@DrBernon]

One reason it took so long to build is also that it is funded exclusively by donations, and lately by tourists. So a lot of the time, the issue was simply that there was no money to continue. Now it has so many tourists paying to see it, it is advancing pretty fast.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

such a brilliant point, and it shows what is possible, when we share great works with the public.

[@janshuster1426]

All cathedrals take decades to build. For instance the cathedral of Saint John on the upper west side of Manhattan.

[@NightmareRex6]

so basicaly when it was small none cared but closer to complete more immaculate it gets the more peaople want to pay yo see it and therefore gets bigger.

[@lindafarnes486]

Not just the money. The original architect was killed by a tram and a lot if his plans (as in paper architectural plans) for the cathedral were subsequently destroyed. So, there has been a lot if arguing about how to proceed and new plans had to be drawn up by new architects trying to maintain his ideas. If you visit the cathedral, it is one of the most beautiful buildings you will ever see. His devotion to God, as well as God's creations is there to see. It also contains unique and clever features. In addition it is an active place of worship. You can clearly see where Gaudi's work ended and the new work continued, even though they have tried to remain true to his vision. I'm not sure if that is intensional or not.

[@nickinurse118]

Nonsense! It's a Catholic church. The Catholic Church might prefer other people to pay for it but they most certainly have the money if they wanted to finish it. As described in the video the delay had to do with the fact that the designer had died. No one knew his vision to complete it.

[@thierrypauwels]

A few corrections: the Sagrada Familia is not a cathedral, but a basilica. 08:21. The evangelists are Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. 10:26. Buttresses normally do not support the roofs, but the vaults. Wooden roofs have normally horizontal wooden beams that take care of the horizontal forces, but vaults do not have these, and the buttresses or flying buttresses have to counteract the horizontal forces caused by the vaults.

[@dragonmartijn]

Yes, and the church is art nouveau for the Gaudi part, there are many churches with more than one facade, and Joseph wasn’t the dad of Jesus.

[@br.m]

Are you sure about buttresses? I thought they were there to enable thin walls and huge stained glass windows to let in light

[@thierrypauwels]

@@br.m Well, without the buttresses, the walls would have to support the vaults, and then you need very thick walls with small windows. But if you do not have vaults but a flat ceiling, then the walls can be a bit less thick.

[@jordi95]

4:18 misspelling of the name Antoni

[@GingerMole]

@@dragonmartijn Joseph was Jesuses dad in the same way a step father is a dad to a child with an absentee father

[@aapooloomeeh]

I'm from Barcelona. One thing everyone knows is that people who bought their houses in front of the Glory Façade payed a considerable amount less of what they would've paid in another residential block nearby, knowing they would need to give up their homes once the Basilica needed the field again for the staircase. Everything is written in the contracts, so whoever bought those houses knew for a fact before living there. Of course they don't want to leave, but they have to think they paid so little money compared to others who live nearby, and that this condition was specifically specified in their contracts. Now they can't complain.

[@SuperSkyhorse]

Makes sense. It was smart to make such contracts.

[@edu.33]

With the housing laws that we have it's going to be hard to kick them out 🤣

[@aquamastertheonlyone]

@@edu.33 If you signed the contract, *you agreed with what was written in it,* so... 😂😂😂

[@edwardswilliamsj]

Muy interesante su comentario. Veamos cómo podemos dejar contento a ambas partes. Digamoslo, la basílica trae turistas y dinero, es un negocio... Los vecinos de afrente no aportan más qué atraso y no dan ganancia para la hermosisima y señorial Barcelona, qué Viva Barcelona... Y España. 😅

[@andreasandremyrvold]

The locals must be fairly compensated, but the project should be finished. This is a historical architectural landmark, not a shopping centre. I would never endorse a commercial takeover, but I do support the completion of this project. In the grand scale it is a minor, temporary inconvinience for the locals but a feat for humankind.

[@davep.7737]

Fun fact : in 1881 that place wasn't still Barcelona, it was a small Village called Sant Martí de Provençals.

[@patrickmcdonough5311]

Back to Future ...

[@nolongerlistless]

Not yet Barça? When did its name change?

[@pizzaipinya2442]

@@nolongerlistless the name didn't change, just that the village got absorbed by Barcelona due to the city's expansion in the early XX century. The name remains as one of the 10 districts in Barcelona :)

[@eduardpuiggarcia6584]

@@nolongerlistless Barça = football team =/= city

[@josefinamariablazquezmarin1564]

Jajajajaja......😂😂😂😂😂

[@elmojito]

Ricky, sorry for a long write-up but as you will read on it will make sense. I moved to Barcelona from NC back in 1989 for a 3-5 yr job which ended in my finally retiring here after falling in love with Spain, Barcelona and lifestyle. As usual, I went to Sagrada Familia in back then for the first time and was thoroughly impressed but it was still just a shadow of what it is today. Back then, and looking at how little it had advanced throughout the years, I thought it would take at least another 50 years. I remember my wife and kids going up the towers by the circular staircase, I refused, and they told me about the broken glass that is cemented in the top of the towers to reflect different colors - talk about designing detail few would ever see. Every to time friends from visit it is an imperative to visit Sagrada Familia and I see the progress which has been impressive. The construction has been advancing and I do believe that they will meet the timetable of for Gaudí's 100 yr death anniversary. When you talk about the inverted structural sand analysis it reminds me of my first thoughts upon seeing it. As a civil engineer, although never actually worked as as one, it reminded me of the structural classes with vectors which are a very graphic way of designing relatively simple structures but in this case taken to an unbelievable level. As a final note on Gaudi may I say that Gaudi was a genius and the only architect I know that when you see a building he designed you can immediately say THIS IS A GAUDI. There are 2 in Paseo de Gracia Avenue in Barcelona, Casa Batlló and La Pedrera, as well as Parque Guell which are worth a visit. I never forget a company Christmas dinner we had in Casa Batlló where you could see the detail even in the individual doors/frames to the apartments which are just unbelievable. I also remember seeing on visiting Leon where immediately remarked this is a Gaudi. Lots of respect to the man's genius.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

wow, thank you for the long write-up, this is fascinating especially from you, who's been so close to it! thanks for sharing!

[@TomTomicMic]

.....nudge, Frank Lloyd Wright!?!

[@elmojito]

@@TomTomicMic You do have some other iconic building with spectacular designs in Spain such as the Guggenheim in Bilbao by Frank Gehry and the Palacio de las Artes in Valencia by Santiago Calatrava plus lots of grand historical buildings. And todas Spain is also among the best places for extraordinary restaurants.

[@bragoss4290]

guiri

[@bernijr2692]

One of my cousins owned Torre Bellesguard, the northern district of Barcelona. If you have time, you can visit this property and I think my cousin Anna still working there.

[@iandevita6895]

As someone born in the USA and never being able to travel abroad until just a few years ago, pictures never do the European cathedrals justice. I am not a religious person but I can understand why someone would be after visiting a few for myself. They are truly awe inspiring. Adding the Sagrada Familia to my bucket list. Thanks!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

so glad to hear it, yes this is bucket list worthy!

[@drewmurray2783]

Please make an effort to go. It might not seem it from pictures or KZbin videos but it's possibly one of the most beautiful buildings ever made. Once you enter your breath is taken away at the size and sheer magnificence. If you can get there at sunrise or sunset, the light through the stained glass windows shines into the church and it's like being in a cross between Disney's Sleeping Beauty and some versions of paradise. I'm usually a lover of Gothic architecture but Sagrada Familia is a true wonder of the world. Visitor tip - make sure you book your visitor's ticket in advance - the queues can be long for unbooked entrance.

[@ssoffshore5111]

@rray2783 Well said!!! I'll add, bring some comfortable shoes, especially if you're planning on going up in the spires!

[@quitgoogle2534]

Yes.. cathedrals are meant to raise one's mind to something greater... the Beautiful, Good, and True. God.

[@hilkovanwalraven3111]

i have seen a lot of them and this is by far the best

[@vthors3000]

The hanging model is one of the most amazing techniques i have seen. I study construction engineering and can only imagine the absolute headache if calculating the statics for those columns. Gaudí was truly a genius

[@dh2032]

the point of least resistance and the its magic, it works in both way hole up and pushing down? simplisaty its self?

[@davidioanhedges]

Since he didn't have computers, it made it possible to do at all at the time The only issue was that it didn't mean it could be built, if it meant you needed to build two parts simultaneously or both would collapse and that was impossible ... ...some of the work he did was to remove these instances ...

[@johnpoldo8817]

I visited Sagrada Familia about 4 years ago and was fascinating. This architecture is mind boggling. You must take an elevator to the top of a spire and walk down the stairs.

[@ipp_tutor]

What a revelation, the hanging models. Really blew my mind!

[@Raventerp01]

I visited six years ago. Setting foot inside the Sagrada feels like being transported into some kind of mythical fantasy land. Something that has to be experienced in person to fully understand. It's an amazing blend of outside the box architecture and modern art that was ahead of its time. Great storytelling in regards to Gaudi as I was not aware of much of his bio. If I had one very very minor critique of this video it's that the end of the video didn't live up to the rest of the video especially the beginning. The beginning starts with a beautifully panned shot accompanied by charming music while the end features the host trying to talk over traffic and feels more like I watched the end of a vlog rather than a documentary. I realize that's a totally subjective opinion but I still give this video an A+ because the overall quality and thought put in are top notch like every TBDV video.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

I just shared this comment with the team, and I really thank you for that! Actually for the end, we wanted it to be a bit loud and different, because well its a busy road, and a point of contention, let's see how it plays out! you rock, and seriously, the whole team just read this together :) thank you!

[@donelson52]

Like you, when i first saw the inverted stress model at MIT in 1975, it blew my mind. I am old and sick now, and worry I will never be well enough to visit. But I do in my mind almost every day ❤️

[@jaumemallach7965]

Hi, very interesting video, i can add few things o it, I am originally from Barcelona, the design of the interior is an amazing achievement of engineering, as you mentioned one of the challenges they faced is how to design the inside columns they have to support the towers on top, they are critical and they are like tree branches, so not conventional. I was at uni in Barcelona studyung enginnering during the 90s, one of my teachers (from the structural engineering department), talked us about the Sagrada Familia design big challenges, as you mentioned, the main problem was there were no indications from Gaudi, the technical people in charge were not able to calculate the column sections specially to design the point where the "tree branches" join at the top of the vertical coulmns, they knew the theory and they had the equations, but computers were not powerful enough, that started to change during the late 80s and 1990s, when the computing power was good enough to make these calculations and to complete the necessary stress simultaions on a reasonable time. The big reason building the temple is taking that long is financial, the temple can only be paid through donations, that meant progress was slow, you need a lot of money to build such a temple, but when lots of tourists started visiting the temple they had the idea of making part of the ticket price to be a "donation", thanks to this trick and the millions of people visiting the temple now they have enough cash to finish it. The bulidings on the sides that will have to be demolished they were not supposed to be there, Gaudi left very clear instructions that these parcels were for the temple, but thanks to what can be called as pure greed and corruption these buildings were allowed to be build during the 60s, they though it would take 100 years+ to build the temple, so once the time comes in 100 years that will be somebody elses problem, but surprise, it did not take 100 years+, so now the people living there now have a huge problem

[@minwu2718]

@@jaumemallach7965 why did he design and plan to build something if it was not technically and technologically impossible?

[@chriskoch1241]

Great vid, thanks. Minor correction about the 4 central towers. They ARE for the four evangelists, but the four evangelists (writers of the 4 gospels) are Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. I am so glad the work on the cathedral is progressing. There have been times when there was doubt about whether or not that would happen.

[@TenorDad]

I'm glad someone else caught the faux pas. I ran it through Google to see if history had been rewritten. Did you know Wikipedia has the Holy Family as being something else entirely (i.e. Jesus was the eldest of SEVEN CHILDREN 🤣😂, which means we are to believe Blessed Virgin Mary & St. Joseph got busy!). Oh, modernists! Rewriting history is your favorite pastime; you can't leave well enough alone. The next thing we'll hear is the Theotokos was never assumed into Heaven and her body is buried somewhere secret.

[@ipp_tutor]

Totally true. From far away, one of the facades looks like someone had tossed and splattered clay on it, or like someone had put a hose on a flat and raw clay surface. But when you see just how rich and full of detail it is from up close, it's truly amazing

[@claudiaroy9455]

the details are amazing, I was in love with each side of it.

[@randomjasmicisrandom]

I have visited Barcelona and the Sagrada Familia twice. It is without doubt one of the most incredible cities and places I have ever been to. I hope you managed to visit Parc Guell and also the covered market on La Ramblas.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

we have!

[@meiguopiwang]

I went there recently, and this place is amazing with all the colors inside. Another interesting point with the hanging models was he placed mirrors below to invert it so he could visualize what it would look like when it was complete. Super cool place along with all the other buildings he built in the area. We loved Barcelona!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

Totally agree! interesting about the mirrors, yeah makes total sense

[@NSPIREGuru]

My wife burst into tears as we got off the bus, and we had to duck into the McDonald's across the street (20 some years ago.) Visiting the basilica had been life long dream for both of us. She was so emotional that she couldn't even look up at the basilica for a few minutes. We had some lunch and she regained her composure. I smiled, thinking I was was unaffected, and walked her over to visit. We entered and started the tour. There was a place in the basement where Gaudy had his work table and a cot to sleep on because once work commenced he was so devoted that he often ate and slept there. There was a rough cloth bag hanging on a rope, and the tour guide explained that he hung his lunch like that to keep the RATS from getting into it. That is when I completely lost it and burst into tears myself, realizing that this man was so devoted to his project that he worked, ate, and slept where rats might eat his lunch just so he could be there at all times. My eyes still burn and water when I think of it today, so many years later. Edited to add: Oh! And once we had started to digest it and calm down, we went out through the doors on the side where Gaudy himself designed to facade, and were amazed at the sensation of doves taking flight, carved in stone and discolored with time, but so lifelike you could imagine the sound of their wings.

[@createa.googleaccount713]

You were in Spain, & you ate at McDonald's Donalds???

[@NSPIREGuru]

@@createa.googleaccount713 Yeah, I know that sounds funny, but the point was... I don't know if it is still there, but there was a Mickey D right at the bus stop across the street from the basilica. We ducked into it because my wife was overcome with emotion at the sight of the basilica. She could not even look at it without losing her composure. That was around our normal lunch time, but on a completely different topic, we found that we could not get a meal at 5 or 6 in the afternoon unless we went to a tourist oriented place like the Hard Rock. We had plenty of local Spanish fare during this trip, but we had to change our habits as to what time we ate.

[@sureshot70]

@@createa.googleaccount713 LOL. Awesome.

[@jooies3]

How can you burst to tears with Sagrada Família and don't know even how to write Gaudí's name correctly..... or even have the respect to write it correctly. Sorry but respect is the minum required.

[@gladlock]

@@jooies3 geezus calm down

[@Rygoat]

that hanging model was a breathtakingly simple idea. Found myself audibly gasping at how genius it was

[@karmacounselor]

Me too! I gasped several times! I’m 70 and have never heard of this ever!

[@WoodymC]

Once I saw that, everything about the building's structure became trivial to me in a single flash of enlightenment. The most fascinating point is, that this model practically inverts any complexity to simplicity by letting gravity do all the work for you. If _that_ isn't genius, I don't know what else would be.

[@brianunderwood3109]

This video needs a part II. So much to talk about in greater detail.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

really you think so? I was worried it was too long!

[@VladoK_404]

​@@TwoBitDaVinci I visited this place today and I feel I need some time to proces it. So many details and ideas. To me it looks like Gaudi didn't like right angles and straight lines. And no, the video was not long. It was a good and quick summary.

[@RafaelNieves77]

I concur. I was just there and took a guided tour. It was super interesting. The first architect actually blew the entire budget building just one wall and a crypt. When Gaudi took over he was able to drum up support and money for the project. Gaudi knew that he would not be able to finish the project and left the design of each facade to future architects which led to the very controversial crucifixion facade. Many of the statues were modeled on locals who helped with the different scenes by modeling for the artists. The project could only go as fast as available funds would allow. Recently, with the advent of Instagram and social media the cathedral has had a burst of funds by tourists coming to take photos in the colored glass light. There's so much more to it. Go long with the next video.

[@jorgerobles628]

@@TwoBitDaVinciActually it was too long to be an Introduction. You have a lot of history to cover, and building techniques that were used through the years, and how they compared to the next one. So man, you are extremely GOOD in Tech Things, you cab do it!!!!!

[@tracyruth4247]

​@@TwoBitDaVinciplease do a part ll, or even part lll😊

[@andrewg7576]

I keep wishing for a 12000 piece LEGO set of this amazing creation.

[@bibleboardgames]

Thank you! I have Sagrada the board game and became more interested after a couple of friends visited Barcelona. Some suggestions for completing the Glory facade... 1) Re-route the road so that space can at least start being used. It is easier to re-route a road than people. 2) Offer a reasonable buy-out price for those willing to move out. Once those spaces are bought out and people leave, no one else can move in. 2b) Exception, those who are closer to the Cathedral could move into further away bought-out units so that construction can progress outward from the Basilica in phases. 3) If anyone in the neighboring buildings outside the blueprint zone moves out, give preference to those inside the blueprint zone so they can at least remain close to home. 4) If anyone else is left, wait until they move or die at which time their apartments are bought out and no one else can move in. If multiple people in the blueprint zone want to move into an available neighboring apartment, use a fair and transparent lottery system that all can see is fair and objective. They have waited 140 years already so a couple of decades of that might solve it without forcing anyone out and allowing work on the Basilica to continue in parallel.

[@davide8982]

I’ve visited La Sagrada Família in an sunny afternoon, almost sunset, and the show of lights inside the cathedral is mesmerising. As you stated, no video or image can depict its true beauty.

[@wisdomleader85]

Thank you for introducing and dissecting this marvelous engineering and art piece. It's still painful for me to think about the fire that devastated Notre-Dame, since I had never personally visited the cathedral before the disaster and it'll never be the same again. Hopefully Sagrada Familia will never have to suffer the same fate.

[@aoilpe]

30 years ago I visited the construction site ; 8 towers and the Apse walls ,the walls of the side nave under construction - more or less an empty space. I bought and built the paper model and it looks great hanging upside down from my ceiling…!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

Nice!

[@deanazelinova5103]

I was there 12 years ago. Despite the numerous scaffolding, I was completely blown away by the beauty and absurdity of the building. An unforgettable experience.

[@sigmamind711]

The Hanging Chain Models 🤯🤯🤯

[@ipp_tutor]

Yeah, that was the highlight of the video for me too!! Had no idea

[@Simon_Rafferty]

I went to see it about 10 years ago. I'm not religious, but as a Mechanical Engineer I was stunned by it. We were taught "a bridge stands as a weighted chain hangs". I could immediately see it in action in the Cathedral. It's got to be in the top ten of the most awe-inspiring places to visit on earth!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

well said!

[@KevinT3141]

Thanks Ricky. I've never been a fan of it because of the organic look, but knowing the story behind it really gives me a new respect for the place.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

That's so interesting Kevin, and I agree, I was blown away during the research on this one. Inside, all the columns aren't straight, but slightly tilted, just like trees in nature. So much detail... its absolutely mind blowing!

[@luciatheron1621]

@@TwoBitDaVinci organic, right😏

[@juiced66lac]

Weren't a fan. Lol. Wtf. Why would you choose to watch a video of something you didn't like. A few screws loose perhaps?

[@KevinT3141]

@@juiced66lac Because Ricky is that good. I watch all his videos, as there's always something to learn from them. In this one for example, I learned a lot.

[@juiced66lac]

@@KevinT3141never heard of this channel but enjoyed the video greatly. hope you had a chance to see it in person.

[@ejohnson3131]

Can’t believe I watched the whole 18 minutes and 33 seconds! Great presentation! Made time go by so quickly!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

What a great comment thank you!

[@shdwbnndbyyt]

The question is whether the funder of the project had initially bought the property where the stairs will go (he probably bought a lot of land around it -- it was the cheapest part of the project) and who took away and/or sold the land needed for the project.

[@brandonnibbe7191]

After studying Gaudi in school, I visited La Sagrada Familia for the first time in 2015. I had seen St. Peters Basilica in Rome a couple of years prior, it was dark - a monument to the papacy. LSF took my breath away though and I appreciated greatly that it celebrated Jesus above all else. Highly recommend

[@eefaaf]

That feeling of lightness and space I also experienced in an other church in Barcelona: the Santa Maria del Mar. (and an other one is the Hooglandse kerk in Leiden, but that must be a little out of the way for most :)

[@melissaamyx2196]

This has always fascinated me! Its on my bucket list of places to visit! Thank you for this video!

[@MikesTropicalTech]

Welcome to Barcelona! I moved here last summer and have been to Sagrada Familia twice. One time I made the massive mistake of taking an elevator to the top of one of the towers and walking down the spiral staircase back to the ground. Did I mention I'm afraid of heights? :^(

[@H0mework]

Thanks for keeping the content fresh with engineering marvels. Never heard of this or his models.

[@jdudleyh]

With CNC, 3D printing techniques, and other automation, I hope to see a resurgence in the ornate facades of modern buildings. Of course artisans skilled in the traditional methods are welcome as well! That updside-down string weights method to balance load is ingenious and beautiful.

[@nazsimons]

Great video and explanation. Very complete and interesting. But... Matthew, Barnabas, Jude and Simon as the four evangelist? What's up with that?

[@lisadorschner2115]

Outstanding video helping us understand the depth and breadth of La Sagrada Familia and Gaudi's dream with his successors working to fulfill it for Barcelona and the world. I am traveling here with students in July 24' and we learned so much from this! Thank you!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

that's what I want to hear, so glad and enjoy your trip. that sounds amazing, what lucky students!!

[@rogerbartley2225]

Sagrada Familia does not look like it should be able to support it's own weight, such an incredible piece of engineering given it's age.

[@berndhofmann752]

It's the most beautiful building I've ever seen. ❤❤❤❤

[@teoscar1988]

The Köln cathedral took 632 years to build... Let's say that for it's complexity, the Sagrada familia is being built at the pace of Speedy Gonzales

[@suen5006]

We visited the construction site in 1982 and I have been so thrilled to see construction and interest accelerate over the years. At first glance the design seemed insane, but I have grown to love it. Can't wait to go back and see it. Thanks for your excellent video!

[@gloriafierro9429]

Amazing video I love the history! I learned a lot

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheThriftyWoodworker]

I was there two months ago. The light coming in thru the windows is amazing. Best part of our trip.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

Through the stained glass?

[@VoklstWestie]

Looks like a early Tartarian building to me! Maybe Gowdy "founded" it & embellished on it???

[@dianaroach3093]

Very old word. Not 1900's

[@dianaroach3093]

Looks like an old world building.

[@magamike1800]

I went there about 20 years ago. Most of the structures I saw under construction were rebar and poured concrete.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

Definitely progressing!

[@magamike1800]

Great to hear. Thanks for the update.@@TwoBitDaVinci

[@paulodeoliveira3368]

I was also in Barcelona in 2000 and the progress is amazing. I'm an architect and a believer it was like a pilgrimage for me.

[@peterpanini96]

Yeah and call it a relic from the past... pyramids are that this thi g is a failure of the present. 😂

[@politonno2499]

Indeed. The central towers, the tallest ones in the whole basilica were finished between 2021 and 2023, and the tallest one in 2025-26. And then they say they're being "slow"

[@Dirk80241]

This is a very good explanation of the mathematics behind the Cathedral. I visited the cathedral in 2011 and was very impressed. It was an unforgettable experience, and the Nativity and Passion facade were finished at the time. You do justice to the entire project very well. Thank you!

[@franzrogar]

There's is no "controversy over completing the Glory façade". It is known that when the façade is done those buildings will be demolished. It's a fact and it's legally noted in the properties rights since before they were even built. They've had almost a century to realize that...

[@phobes]

Great video! I can't imagine such an undertaking. I feel it's important to correct one part - The Sagrada Familia was attacked by a group of communists who called themselves anarchists, but they were *_not_* anarchists. Per Wikipedia: "Etymologically, anarchy is derived from the Greek: αναρχία, romanized: anarkhia; where "αν" ("an") means "without" and "αρχία" ("arkhia") means "ruler". Therefore, anarchy is fundamentally defined by the absence of rulers." The violation of self-ownership of individuals and/or destruction of private property are methods of ruling others, and are entirely antithetical to anarchism.

[@junicohen7918]

Leftists never tell the truth

[@davidmartinezalos9850]

Thanks a lot for your documentary. I was born in Barcelona and I love Sagrada Familia. As a Spanish-Barcelona resident I’ll be so glad to promote our unique Work of Art by reaching a deal with my townhall, to have the main entrance built.

[@Didactb]

As a Barcelona resident I I've always heard the same story. The people buying the terrains in the 1960s already knew the Basillica would be built there a few decades later, that's why they bought the terrains cheaper. Fast forward and these people lived and died and made a lot of money and the problem is now someone else's to solve. PS: Barcelona is in Catalonia, same as Edimburgh is in Scotland.

[@IRLShane]

That's a bit of a pedantic correction. Barcelona is in Spain, the same way Edinburgh is in the United Kingdom, by the same logic. Of course a lot of Catalonians want independence from Spain but many others do not. I am not trying to say who is right or wrong, just that it's probably better for outsiders not to take sides, especially if they are not very familiar with the situation.

[@eefaaf]

Pedantic, maybe, but that doesn't make in incorrect. :)@@IRLShane

@@eefaaf Here's another pedantic comment: It's incorrect to compare Catalonia to Scotland, because both places have a complete different history. Scotland is a kingdom that at some point united to England to form the UNITED Kingdom. Catalonia never was a kingdom or an entity of its own. It is an important region of Spain, same as the Basque country, or Castille. So at best you could say "Barcelona is in Aragon, same as Edimburgh is in Scotland". But even that sounds ridiculous, nobody would say that. Should I go into more detail, or was I already pedantic enough? :)

As a Barcelona resident I say Barcelona is in Spain. What now?

[@eefaaf]

When was Barcelona IN Aragon? The king of Aragon may have been the ruler of Catalonia (and some other places not inside Aragon) but that doesn't put Alguer, Athens, Barcelona, Naples or Syracuse in Aragon@

[@cathyk9197]

Wow...the size comparison to Notrre Dame really put the Sagrada into perspective. It's huge!

[@deanmcmanis9398]

Maybe I am missing something. But from the drawings that you overlayed, the walls and columns only extend halfway into the street, but not into the buildings across the way, as long as you omit the elaborate stairs. Having a grand cathedral in the middle of empty fields meant that they could extend the design for the stairs, fountains, outbuildings and gardens out a great distance. Sure, getting a longer distant view of the incredible cathedral would allow you to take in the amazing scale and grandeur of the building. But in the reality of a modern city, property owners in the surrounding areas are not likely to tear down their profitable businesses and housing just for broad and impressive staircases. It seems to me to be a reasonable compromise to close off the street, finish the columns and spires, build less expansive stairs, and call it done.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

yeah that actually makes a lot of sense! plus remove all that car traffic from the frontage... allowing more people to enjoy the experience of seeing it head on

[@micahpaul20]

How have I never heard of this church before? It is stunningly beautiful. Thank you so much for doing a video on it and as always I love your videos!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

that means the WORLD to me Micah, thank you sir for taking the time, and so glad we could put it on your radar!

[@alexsie3012]

This magnificent work was an act of faith and a true labour of love. Good to hear of a fellow kiwi unleashing his passion for the extraordinary and playing a role in creating this exceptional work of art. Well done Mark Burry. Kia kaha! ❤

[@clementeacosta9760]

Great Thank you. Time to start purchasing buildings around the church. to create and open view of this great building.

[@dannywinget]

Very insightful! Really enjoyed this one.

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

What’s up Danny! Glad to hear it!

[@MrTL3wis]

That hanging model is genius. Every load path is perfect.

[@dcartier1692]

I was there in 1977 (on a Gaudí pilgrimage) when only the Nativity facade was complete - which already possessed an overwhelming presence. Seeing what it is today leads me, ironically, to perceive in Gaudí’s departure from traditional form, allusions to another of Spain’s iconic architectural masterpieces, The Alhambra.

[@CarlosManAl]

It would have been wonderful to meet you when visiting my town, Barcelona. Thank you very much for your work in general and this specifically. I grew up at a few hundreds of meters of the Sagrada Familia, and went many times with my family to the sunday mess in the basement (which s not Gayudi's)

[@fintan3563]

It is not a cathedral. A basilica, yes, but not a cathedral, that is the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and St. Eulalia. The four evangelists: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

[@roseannatyrrell4498]

I can't understand how no epic film has been made of this genius man's life. His various projects across Spain are just divine - Guell Park , Casa Batlo and Camino Museum in Astorga and others in Leon and Santander

[@Markthegreat6789]

It’s probably the coolest church I’ve ever been in. The colors beam on the inside and there’s a colorful fog that sits near the ceiling. I just wish it would be finished, but it has turned into a money printing machine due to the tours and I doubt it will ever be due to this

[@ArneSaknussemm1]

This is the best and yet quite short story of the Sagrada familia I've ever seen. I visited the Sagrada familia a year ago and am very glad I'm following your channel got to understand it fully thanks to you!

[@jacquelineloveselvis]

This basilica is a wonder to behold. A visit is a must.

[@marilynlewis7549]

When I had cancer I promised myself that I would visit Sangrada Familia if I survived,it gave me a goal to aim for .I did survive and have visited this stunning Cathedral.Nothing could have prepared me for the beauty and workmanship,what a wonderful world when you can see such sights .

[@Uniquettt]

Sorry the sponsor's advert spoiled the viewing but why would Gfod need such a grandeur building ? Engineering skills without modern computers mind blowing.artistically beautiful necessary for pray NO

[@davidhults2822]

Thank you for this video! I was there for a day and feel everything of the awe and sacredness you describe. Your educational information about the nuances of the project development and modern insight is new to me! Thank you so much for your work.

[@antiares1684]

It sounds very selfish to me if any locals living or owning property in the district in front of the Cathedral thinks that he, she or whoever lives there or profits from the property, is more important that the most extraordinary Church! This is a monument not only of Faith but of human creativity and culture. No single person is more important than that heritage. Also those ppl will most likely be payed for the value of the property, so it is not at all controversial for me to displace them. The only thing that I find controversial is that someone will not be willing to do so.

[@chriskelly3678]

This is a delicious video. I was thinking it looks like a Sand drip building kit i had as a child.

[@davidwescott6808]

First off, no one knows who, let alone how long the pyramids took to build. On another note, I’ve been to Barcelona and have seen this beautiful structure with my own eyes. I do know that the locals love Gaudi, not only because of the Sagrada Familia ( his largest project) but he has many other masterpieces peppered across the town that are just as beautiful to say the least.

[@scottgreen8115]

Visited Sagrada Familia last month. Wow. Very impressive. Gaudí was ahead or his time. Love the video. Thx

[@charlesjohnston1506]

This is my favorite cathedral in the world. Thanks for this great presentation about its history.

[@podpodd849]

The pictures of the construction from start to finish are absolutely amazing!!!!

[@davidburns4143]

All throughout ancient history there seems to be lots of very cool and interesting architecture but where did the money come from or what was offered on the bartering table ? Just curious to know . .

[@lonnieschreiner5879]

Awesome video about a beautiful place. Thanks so much.

[@stuartwhitney4040]

God willing this project is finished. It gives me a lump in my throat thinking about how one man can be so great that another man is inspired to do this.

[@chieftron]

Barcelona is my favorite city in the world, and that is due to Gaudi. I've had a picture taken from Gaudi's park overlooking the city as my background for ~15 years now. The park is just so magical feeling.

[@seanimal_rex]

Being inside there on a sunny day is a memory I will cherish for the rest of my life.

[@tuncelgulsoy3845]

Thank you, we have just visited this dream land in last March, very beautiful, your video is excellent.

[@joshgladfelter9597]

A truly beautiful building, and a fascinating minds behind its design… It’s astonishing that we used to think of projects in terms of generations. It’s such a departure from our current way of viewing time and creating expectations.

[@nathanirby4273]

I was raised catholic, and I love cathedrals and architecture but I have never heard of this! Wow! I think this might be my new favorite building based on the art and style alone. And the hanging chain models? Mind blowing!

[@sunrisetacticalgear2676]

I would like to learn more about the ground “below” this heavy structure.

[@aracelylopezpsyd5794]

Man, I was there in 2004, cannot believe it’s been 20 years. They’re finally getting close to wrapping things up, that’s so wild! It was pretty amazing 20 years ago, I imagine there are even more towers up today 😃

[@thomasklug1294]

Visiting Barcelona and the Sagrada Familia has been on my bucket list for many years now. If I ever make it to Europe, that will be one of my highlights!

[@jeanlanz2344]

Thank you for a great history lesson and some fantastic videos, especially inside. The hanging models explain the church's unique construciton. Gaudi was praying on the rosary beads, not counting them. God bless you, brother.

[@Scott-Andy]

Great video. So much information and insight on this wonderful project. We are visiting there next month. You made it even more exciting for us on this masterpiece of a video.❤

[@stephenmkahler]

This is such a marvelous video. Well done!

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

Thank you! Would love it if you could share it! 🙏

[@andrewg7576]

11:12 - why didn't he leave anything behind? Oh because there was a fire and what is currently being built is only other architects interpretations of what Gaudi would have designed.

[@kens6168]

Very well done! So interesting. Thanks so much much.

[@jodymarty3179]

I would give up my home in a heart beat for such a beautiful build for the All Mighty. He will in the end take care of all who were displaced.

[@highflyinmayan5051]

Absolutely fascinating! What a comprehensive deepdive into ancient technique

[@martentrudeau6948]

There's nothing like a Gaudi design, it's art and architecture, inspired by nature that never ceases to amaze me.

[@fabrisseterbrugghe8567]

I saw Sagrada Familia two years ago. The stained glass was amazing. Seeing the model was so cool. I hope they achieve their goal of completion in 2026.

[@AWARHERO]

I was priviliged to visit this Church, the Parc and houses designed by Gaudi in Barcelona. Beautiful!

[@anisotropicplus]

Great video! This is the first time I have seen any video or photos of this. Thanks

[@TwoBitDaVinci]

That’s awesome… pretty spectacular and even better in person! Would love if you could share it thanks!!

[@test.Subject]

I've been there 2 times and both times i was awestruck how large and beautiful it was ♡

[@aware2action]

Glad to see inspirations of Chatres(in various aspects of Sagrada Familia), the builder for which is unknown as of today!❤👍

[@joshbradbury-u5d]

I had never seen it until now it's unbelievably beautiful