Day 10 - Gaudi's Holy Family Church II

East Facade - Nativity

Wide angle view of the eastern end of the church

The eastern facade was the first to be built. The newer section is the lighter colour wing on the left.

Close up of detailed carving at eastern entrance

Close up of the sculpture of the Nativity. Alas, this end was constructed in sandstone, and the soft material is weathering more than desired.

Close up of tree with doves decoration at eastern end of church

Close up of the tree ornamentation above the entrance. Also detail of the tower construction.

Southern Wing

The unfinished south wing - no end wall yet!

Still under construction! I seem to recall our guide mentioned something about this end ultimately encroaching upon the street.

Inside

Although a construction site, some of the interior is open to the public. Being a Saturday, no work was in progress during our visit. And there's a hole in the centre of the roof where the central spire will ultimately be located.

Gaudi's

Looking to the centre from the southern end

Detailed view of roof and columns

Ground level The columns look like giant trees in the forest.

Construction work and stained glass window in Gaudi's

Construction area, as seen from the eastern side looking towards the west. Again, the missing roof is where the central spire is located.

Gaudi's Holy Family Church

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