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Spiral Staircases
Some of the towers VISITORS’ CHECKLIST
can be accessed by Practical Information
elevator, with the
option to come down Calle Mallorca 401.
Tel 93-208 04 14.
by elevator or via the
stone steps. There are Open 9am–8pm (Oct–Mar: to
7pm; Nov–Feb: to 6pm). Closed
majestic views from Jan 1 & 6, Dec 25 & 26 (from 2pm).
the towers and 5 9am, 8:15pm Mon–Sat, 9am,
upper galleries.
10:30am, 11:45am, 1pm, 8:15pm
Sun. & 8 7 ground floor.
∑ sagradafamilia.org
Transport
q Sagrada Família. @ 19, 33, 34,
50, 51, B20, B24.
. Nativity Facade
The most complete part of Gaudí’s
church has doorways representing
Faith, Hope, and Charity. Scenes of the
Nativity and Christ’s childhood contain
imagery, such as doves, which
symbolize the congregation.

. Crypt
The crypt, where Gaudí is buried and
services are currently held, was begun
by the original architect, Francesc de
Paula Villar i Lozano, in 1882. A small
museum traces the careers of both
architects and the church’s
complicated history.

Nave
In the nave, a forest of fluted pillars
support five galleries above the side aisles,
while stained glass windows let in light.
KEY
1 The apse was the first part of the
church Gaudí completed. Stairs lead
down from here to the crypt below.
2 The altar canopy and altar were
installed for the Pope’s visit in 2010.
3 4 Tower with elevator

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