The World's Oldest Construction Project | Sagrada Familia

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  • @RealEngineering
    @RealEngineering  4 ปีที่แล้ว +698

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    • @delfordhesener9113
      @delfordhesener9113 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      He used catenaries, not hyperbolas... Just saying lol. Great video!

    • @Canalbizarrof
      @Canalbizarrof 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Beautiful video. Incredibly respectful and really passed on Gaudi's faith and Sagrada's importance to all of humanity. Congrats!

    • @driftracerepeat7334
      @driftracerepeat7334 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello Real Engineering, please reply

    • @powerdavid6235
      @powerdavid6235 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Real Engineering - Perhaps you should ask TH-cam why they are saying this has NO VIEWS.

    • @maxreimer1088
      @maxreimer1088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      This is not the worlds oldest construction project! Think of the German cathedral " Kölner Dom" ! it took 632 years to build

  • @handlebarfox2366
    @handlebarfox2366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2761

    Gaudi was once asked by a reporter if he was worried that the project would take far longer than he could live.
    "That's ok," he replied. "My client is not in a hurry."

    • @bonkybonk_ow2793
      @bonkybonk_ow2793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +154

      im not stupid right? he's implying he's doing gods work?

    • @adriabel1479
      @adriabel1479 3 ปีที่แล้ว +439

      @@bonkybonk_ow2793 well, he was literally building a cathedral to honour him

    • @basedkaiser5352
      @basedkaiser5352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +223

      @@bonkybonk_ow2793 He was building a church, of course he was talking about God.

    • @martamccool2740
      @martamccool2740 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Su cliente es la elite oscura

    • @pinngg6907
      @pinngg6907 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      But now the function cathedral is for raising funds. Will it be reverted back into church after it's done?

  • @ahmedal-tayy7332
    @ahmedal-tayy7332 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2541

    that animation cost his entire annual budget.

    • @RealEngineering
      @RealEngineering  4 ปีที่แล้ว +914

      Not far off 😭

    • @tactics1056
      @tactics1056 4 ปีที่แล้ว +122

      Thats some ted ed animations. But sooo much better

    • @wutlebuck
      @wutlebuck 4 ปีที่แล้ว +208

      @@RealEngineering But a worthy investment. It empathized the tragedy that was the destruction of Gaudi's models. As with the burning of the library of Alexandria, there are some events that truly are nothing but heart breaking. Any hints of vengeance are overpowered by the sadness of what has been lost, and that it is lost forever.

    • @tpmiranda
      @tpmiranda 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      And COPPA could cost his career and life.

    • @alveolate
      @alveolate 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@tpmiranda wtf is coppa and why do i keep seeing it everywhere these days

  • @bellcranel0889
    @bellcranel0889 3 ปีที่แล้ว +495

    Built by bricks from all over the world, through the funding of random people, with technology that spans through decades. Such a romantic masterpiece.

    • @omniyambot9876
      @omniyambot9876 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      to just think that some parts are made by highly talented crafstmen and some parts are made by advance cnc machines... this is a wonderful project and wonderful result.

    • @samuelmulei2074
      @samuelmulei2074 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think there in lies the beauty

    • @orishaeshu1084
      @orishaeshu1084 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@omniyambot9876 CNC machines were created by highly talented engineers.

    • @omniyambot9876
      @omniyambot9876 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@orishaeshu1084 It's not like it's not my field.

    • @Lewis-rq3of
      @Lewis-rq3of ปีที่แล้ว

      Unpopular opinion I think it one of most ugliest cathedrals out there I prefer gothic or neo gothic Romanesque neo classical but just in general I think that the Barcelona cathedral is an eyesore

  • @stevegrandmusic
    @stevegrandmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +905

    Never thought I could be so moved by a building but here we are... The embodiment of the word “glorious” ❤️❤️❤️

    • @tannergauge9374
      @tannergauge9374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Or indulgent

    • @gav7021
      @gav7021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yea I even teared up a bit! Amazing video and truly inspiring project

    • @diorossorozco9558
      @diorossorozco9558 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What? Building could move you?

    • @codyball3329
      @codyball3329 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I have personally seen it, it is ENORMOUS

    • @christopheryoder8292
      @christopheryoder8292 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For me it was Canterbury Cathedral. Westminster Abbey had its beauty subsumed by intellectual curiosity. If I could do it again I would take the tour and indulge in the intellectual curiosity and then turn my heart and mind upwards while praying the rosary.

  • @17091ira0072
    @17091ira0072 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2302

    the messed up story here is that they let a man die because they didn't think he was 'special'

    • @DoesThisWork888
      @DoesThisWork888 4 ปีที่แล้ว +223

      That's the good ol' days people talk about

    • @Bejunckt
      @Bejunckt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +284

      that, and the anarchist who destroyed his models

    • @2490debrick
      @2490debrick 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      That's Catholicism for you lol...

    • @Jdog1681
      @Jdog1681 4 ปีที่แล้ว +247

      Lord Debrick I’m not catholic, nor do I defend their controversies, but to blame the Catholics for that is completely irrelevant and shortsighted.

    • @chris-dd6uq
      @chris-dd6uq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      It also sad that he spent most of his life praying on working on the construction of the building. People spend so much time on that religious nonsense that they don't live their lives. Now he's in a box, and that's it. Nothing but darkness. So sad.

  • @matouspalecek8208
    @matouspalecek8208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1025

    "3D modelling softwares have slowly caught up with Gaudi"

    • @neurofiedyamato8763
      @neurofiedyamato8763 4 ปีที่แล้ว +172

      The moment when 3D simulation software gets outdone by bunch of strings and bags of weights.

    • @appa609
      @appa609 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      Neurofied Yamato it’s easy to write a wireframe code that does the same thing as the strings. What’s hard is full 3D simulation because the number of mesh elements required is massive.

    • @aronseptianto8142
      @aronseptianto8142 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      as a correction to that
      3D civil engineering software has slowly caught up
      it's one thing to have a thing modeled for a Disney movie and another thing so you can make it in real life
      not for the lack of tech either, it's mostly because civil engineer never have a need to make such a grand structure in the first place so they never made the proper code for it
      this thing is massive

    • @mihailazar2487
      @mihailazar2487 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      BLENDER master race

    • @aronseptianto8142
      @aronseptianto8142 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@mihailazar2487 i use blender daily (because maya is overpriced and fusion is bloated)
      in no way is that a proper civil engineering software

  • @JorgeFlores-cr5et
    @JorgeFlores-cr5et 3 ปีที่แล้ว +801

    Workers: Gaudí how many towers do you want?
    Gaudí: YES

    • @davidrojas4687
      @davidrojas4687 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      A forest!

    • @shikhov.yurkovich
      @shikhov.yurkovich 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ¡Sí!

    • @167curly
      @167curly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Twelve spires for the apostles and one bigger one for Jesus.

    • @ipedrazuela
      @ipedrazuela 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@167curly four more for the apostles and one more for the Virgin. So 18 towers.

    • @ChefBardo
      @ChefBardo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      so original....yawn.

  • @108hindu
    @108hindu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +405

    Sadly ironic: People ignored the dying man in the street.
    Then the whole city ends up mourning him.

    • @user-re9gj2zd5e
      @user-re9gj2zd5e 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Spanish.

    • @abdullahshahj7194
      @abdullahshahj7194 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      why did they ignore him? like he is a fkn human

    • @108hindu
      @108hindu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      @@abdullahshahj7194 Sadly, it’s not uncommon for people ignore the poor and dying. It happens every day and everywhere. Not just in Spain. It’s a sad statement about humanity in general. Lack of empathy and compassion is rampant in today’s society. Even many so called religious people lack those two traits.

    • @watch_and_see3349
      @watch_and_see3349 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@abdullahshahj7194 they thought he was a homeless crazy man

    • @rahmashifa6539
      @rahmashifa6539 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@watch_and_see3349 yes, but they were wrong

  • @HelamanGile
    @HelamanGile 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3137

    This guy definitely would be a Minecraft fanatic

    • @ln7929
      @ln7929 4 ปีที่แล้ว +132

      He would probably create his own version with gravity

    • @romchompa6858
      @romchompa6858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      minecraft is for children

    • @john3260
      @john3260 4 ปีที่แล้ว +191

      @@romchompa6858 Nice joke.

    • @romchompa6858
      @romchompa6858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@john3260 except that , I am serious. I have been using a bigger better platform since before minecraft ever existed. its an 8bit world, its crap, and made for children. if you are an adult using minecraft seriously, get help.

    • @john3260
      @john3260 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      @@romchompa6858 Made for children? You think children can make this? th-cam.com/video/VDPpKIcqPGI/w-d-xo.html

  • @mahuk.
    @mahuk. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +838

    2:23 That brutal moment when "sagrada" turns into "sangrada".
    Sagrada familia = sacred family.
    Sangrada familia = bloodied family.

    • @thezoingyt
      @thezoingyt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      I've been a Tourist Guide in Barcelona for some time and I'm SO USED to that Sagrada Familia turning into "Sangrada Familia, Sangria Familiar, or whatever" deal, and I was so relieved when he said it well the first time... then at 2:33 I was like "ow shit, here we go again"

    • @venividivivi
      @venividivivi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      @@thezoingyt "Sangria familiar." Perfect.

    • @soyfefo
      @soyfefo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha, I was about to comment something similar! XD Good job

    • @ericrawson2909
      @ericrawson2909 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for that explanation, the pronunciation was really bugging me. My Spanish isn't good enough to realise it means bloodied family!

    • @soyfefo
      @soyfefo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ericrawson2909 That is perfectly fine, it is just funny to hear, but understandable.
      It happens to me because of way I pronounce some words in English as I am not a native speaker but living in New Zealand :)
      Apologies if I made you feel bad for it, please don't. BTW your video is excellent, with lots of information and little pieces I didn't know about.

  • @leandrotami
    @leandrotami 3 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    few minutes after visiting that building for the first time I was overwhelmed by emotions and couldn't help to cry a little. It's certainly unique and probably one of the most beautiful buildings in history.

    • @RedDevil66991
      @RedDevil66991 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I was there in 2016. Same as you "overwhelmed". An experience I'll never forget.

    • @kerstitekko2257
      @kerstitekko2257 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I was there in 2010 in april. That building and surrounding left me speechless, so beautiful.

  • @lincolndunstan3057
    @lincolndunstan3057 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    Why is that every time I think about this wonderful building, do I tear-up. I knew virtually nothing of the Sagrada Familia until I visited in 2019, now I would return at the drop of a hat and immerse myself in this most amazing building ever constructed!!! On entering the Basilica is like being transported to Heaven itself....well almost!!

    • @francescqueralt9681
      @francescqueralt9681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stendhal_syndrome

    • @lincolndunstan3057
      @lincolndunstan3057 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@francescqueralt9681 I wouldn’t have thought my state was quite that extreme, but thank you 🙏 for your generosity in sharing. 😇👨‍❤️‍👨

    • @adz5OOO
      @adz5OOO 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It is a truly incredible masterpiece, and I believe it leaves a mark on every person who visits. I will never be entirely the same person I was before, now that I have stood inside in complete awe.

  • @SagaciousSilence
    @SagaciousSilence 4 ปีที่แล้ว +758

    Imagine being a construction worker who’s entire life will be spent working on this one building, literally spending his entire lifetime working on the same project.

    • @gavinwest655
      @gavinwest655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      And not seeing its completion

    • @Steamrick
      @Steamrick 4 ปีที่แล้ว +237

      I believe there's a term for that. "Job security."

    • @50shadesofcerakote
      @50shadesofcerakote 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      @@Steamrick beat me too it. knowing you'll always have a job, that's pretty tits if you ask me.

    • @nathankoon7749
      @nathankoon7749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      reliable commute

    • @theviniso
      @theviniso 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Pretty neat, isn't it? I'd love to help build such an unique construction.

  • @risingstar1309
    @risingstar1309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +732

    Have had the privilege to see this in real life. It’s utterly breathtaking

    • @mechaphantom17
      @mechaphantom17 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I did as well. Got to see a few other Gaudi buildings as well. Truly a once in a lifetime experience.

    • @kamilar1359
      @kamilar1359 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I wasn't personally impressed...The big Gothic cathedrals that I've seen were to me much more breathtaking

    • @klausolekristiansen2960
      @klausolekristiansen2960 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      When I was there most of the windows were plain glass. Maybe I should go again when it is finished.

    • @lolilollolilol7773
      @lolilollolilol7773 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jujitosis6687 uh no, not at all.

    • @itznathz9496
      @itznathz9496 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you see it 100 years ago

  • @markrowland1366
    @markrowland1366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    I visited this church in 1975. I am proud that a fellow New Zealander was for many years, the chief architect. The idea of hanging cords to learn how to build produces a marvel.

    • @machintelligence
      @machintelligence 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      When I visited in 1977 for the first time, I asked how long it would take to finish the church. "Oh, give us 50 or 100 years and we will be done." was the answer.
      I returned in 2012 and found that the low end estimate was fairly accurate. I hope to return once more in 2026 to see the finished structure.

    • @bonginkosithwala3347
      @bonginkosithwala3347 ปีที่แล้ว

      Power station turned into a church.

    • @sirfer6969
      @sirfer6969 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed. Was surprised to see Mark Burry in there in one of the most beautiful and iconic buildings in history

  • @Maxbps88
    @Maxbps88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I studied architecture for four years from 1988-1992 at Miss St Univ and traveled all over Europe in August of 1991 wrapping up my tour before heading to Plymouth for my exchange program in Barcelona specifically because Antoni Gaudi was and remains my favorite architect.
    He was so far ahead of his time. And Sagrada Familia is THE greatest structure humans have ever created. It is a phenomenal design and structure and that was in 1991. I cannot wait to see it again in 2026.

    • @notroll1279
      @notroll1279 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Better postpone your visit. CoVid has slowed down both the donations and construction itself.
      Completion is now expected to be delayed by several years.

  • @user-in1gn6fw2eab
    @user-in1gn6fw2eab 4 ปีที่แล้ว +465

    The Inside of this building is absolutely breathtaking, already been there.

    • @aaebsssb9914
      @aaebsssb9914 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Jonathan Deinhard Did you die from asphyxiation, because it took your breath away?

    • @peskymacaw9033
      @peskymacaw9033 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@aaebsssb9914 Headass

    • @aaebsssb9914
      @aaebsssb9914 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Chops Aguilar Are you saying, that i have a donkey on/in my head?

    • @lordjoejoe4637
      @lordjoejoe4637 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It‘s much bigger and much higher than you think right? It‘s just ridiculous! 😅

    • @user-in1gn6fw2eab
      @user-in1gn6fw2eab 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lordjoejoe4637 yea it is

  • @pghparkins
    @pghparkins 4 ปีที่แล้ว +302

    "The more I learn about how the universe works, the more amazed I am that we somehow exist to witness it all"
    Of the 800 segues I've seen into Brilliant, this is my favorite.

    • @erik-ic3tp
      @erik-ic3tp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I think that all intelligent lifeforms think like that too. :)

    • @aureliorodriguez5136
      @aureliorodriguez5136 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      To understand why a building like this can cause such a deep effect on visitor`s mind please read "Man and his symbols" by german psychiathrist C. G Jung. This book will let you think about how nature and human mind relate to each other (BTW I do not understand how underrated and poorly spread Jung`s work is).

  • @marcobozzini9253
    @marcobozzini9253 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    When I read the title I thought it was the Milan Cathedral: the construction began in 1386 and finished in 1965, with the building of the the bronze doors. That's nearly 6 centuries!
    By the way, Sagrada Familia is a beautiful and unique piece of architecure and I would love to visit Barcelona one day!

    • @robertaperoglio
      @robertaperoglio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I thought the same too, but I guess old structures don't count: most of the old cathedrals required centuries to make. In fact, most of the cathedrals in Europe have multiple styles in it (e.g. romanic and gothic) because the art changed meanwhile.

    • @jimmcdiarmid7308
      @jimmcdiarmid7308 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is fabulous. I toured it inside and out with a local guide and a group of 6 people. No rush and we could stay as long as we wanted after the tour.

    • @dabelli3818
      @dabelli3818 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@robertaperoglio yeah, but all of them were finished in a century or 2
      that thing is like:
      Yeah well finish it, no worry lol

    • @U.Inferno
      @U.Inferno 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think the title.is specifically for ongoing projects. If it meant just longest construction it would have said just that, but oldest implies a continuation.

    • @Lucas-vj4sv
      @Lucas-vj4sv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I thought it was the Cologne cathedral. It was built from 1248 to 1880. That are 632 years

  • @os2171
    @os2171 3 ปีที่แล้ว +224

    As a scientist I agree: every discovery is a celebration of nature.

    • @kee7678
      @kee7678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      and nature, the glory of God.

    • @johnborstlap5497
      @johnborstlap5497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      When natural forms are translated into art or architecture, they are never simply copied, but translated.

    • @MelbaOzzie
      @MelbaOzzie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      As a scientist, I view every scientific discovery as an affirmation of the existence of God, the creator of all things.

    • @remigiuscaesar8307
      @remigiuscaesar8307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As a scientist, I think it’s amazing.

  • @harrydaboss
    @harrydaboss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +610

    I was lucky enough to see it in person and it is much much more grand and magnificent than any picture can show.

    • @existentialduck6190
      @existentialduck6190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I can confirm

    • @willardmusick1187
      @willardmusick1187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was amazed by it in 1981. In person to appreciate.

    • @paulstern9775
      @paulstern9775 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It helps to appreciate how glorious God is, from your reaction to a building designed with such genius and attempting to replicate in stone, what God created with atoms. The term "Intelligent design" was used to describe nature at around 4:05, and I agree completely. Just the use of only l-amino-acids and only d-sugars, for instance, points to intelligent design, much like the use of only right-handed threads for almost everything indicates design by humans, yet even human technology, much less random processes, can produce only l-amino-acids and d-sugars, without using highly complex molecules from already living things, which weren't available in the "pre-biotic" earth.

    • @trinibaduk9012
      @trinibaduk9012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I can also confirm

    • @salvalooez2249
      @salvalooez2249 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I confirm

  • @googlejse
    @googlejse 4 ปีที่แล้ว +586

    i find it adorable that its being build out of rock from all over the word that is also recycled, it might not look all the same color but the story as to why the color doesn't match is more beautiful, its a lesson in conserving the environment and coming together to create something bigger than us

    • @nicmanza4657
      @nicmanza4657 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      it's ugly tho

    • @nowhereman6019
      @nowhereman6019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      @@nicmanza4657 you think nature is ugly?

    • @bonkybonk_ow2793
      @bonkybonk_ow2793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      @@nicmanza4657 been there. that place is the FAAAR from ugly. actually it's the most beautiful building i ever saw in person.

    • @nicmanza4657
      @nicmanza4657 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@nowhereman6019 it looks so artificial compared to cathedrals sculpted by actual artisans.
      Other cathedral look so imposing they force evryone in a state of silence upon entering them it's almost oppressive, in a good way. I dont believe in god but i sure as hell feel little in front of how majestic the concept of it is after entering an authentic cathedral. In this one everyone is talking loud, children are running, it's so obnoxiously bright it feels like a modern museum, plain and white, and above all it feels and look machine-made, a computer generated complexity.
      It's a display of impressively complex shapes, lights and spaces with little concern with the atmosphere it should convey.

    • @nowhereman6019
      @nowhereman6019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      @@nicmanza4657 you literally don't know what you're talking about.

  • @Balzion
    @Balzion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    This is the most beautiful detailed building I've ever seen in my life.

    • @the911collection
      @the911collection 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Looks even better in real life

    • @MrNeosantana
      @MrNeosantana 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      "How detailed is it?"
      "If it were to move, TH-cam would crash"

  • @ppineault
    @ppineault 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Whilst visiting Europe in my 20's, I travelled to Barcelona specifically to see Gaudi's architecture. They are such a pleasure to the senses, you'd almost believe they are constructed from gingerbread and frosting; It is hard to explain what a delight and a wonder they are to behold. Barcelona is an exceptional city anyhow but definitely worth the visit just to see Gaudi's masterpieces.

  • @marcoruiz3108
    @marcoruiz3108 4 ปีที่แล้ว +528

    Gaudí knew he wouldn’t be able to finish his masterpiece, as well as he knew the final result would differ from his original design. He therefore encouraged new architects to finish the project with their own ideas.

    • @OppoRancisis
      @OppoRancisis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No

    • @RobinTheBot
      @RobinTheBot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@OppoRancisis yes

    • @unanec
      @unanec 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@OppoRancisis yes

    • @0fun16
      @0fun16 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@OppoRancisis yes

    • @goat9295
      @goat9295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@OppoRancisis yes

  • @Mr_Happy_Face
    @Mr_Happy_Face 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1416

    I've been there before, that's why the name sound so *Familia*

    • @aidanjt
      @aidanjt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      rimshot.gif

    • @PrintScreen.
      @PrintScreen. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      THIS AIN'T FAMILIAH

    • @waynesanford2869
      @waynesanford2869 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hate you

    • @adarshsingh764
      @adarshsingh764 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PrintScreen. hmmm, i see you know the other youtuber.

    • @marmot1434
      @marmot1434 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      This ain’t familia

  • @MedCreativityPlant
    @MedCreativityPlant 3 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    Gaudi: *becomes a dishevelled recluse*
    Me: *looking in mirror* god damn it

  • @davidschaftenaar6530
    @davidschaftenaar6530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Thank you for discussing this with respect for the spiritual nature of this place. It's quite rare to see anyone capture this element so well, especially from a secular perspective, well done.

  • @uncleFestr
    @uncleFestr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    Can we all just appreciate how Real Engineering has stepped up their animation game?

  • @msr98111
    @msr98111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1302

    "He bridged art and science like no man before him"
    *_Leonardo da Vinci enters the chat_*

    • @rmacca0258
      @rmacca0258 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      Filippo Brunelleschi entered the chat.

    • @Maxbps88
      @Maxbps88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      And both realized Gaudi was their superior in every way.

    • @Maxbps88
      @Maxbps88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @the Achaean All to pay homage to the best architect in the history of the world.

    • @Maxbps88
      @Maxbps88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @the Achaean Which is why it has taken a century to build and nearly a century to CATCH up with Gaudi's genius and engineering marvels. Gaudi's design, art, engineering, and story-telling (which is crucial in building a church particularly one of the Gothic era) all are unified in the most incredible structure ever designed and built. One facade carries more intrigue and design capability than in most other entire churches of that or any era.

    • @DavidGarcia-nx2gj
      @DavidGarcia-nx2gj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @the Achaean HAHAHAHAHAHA WTF when you haven't realized gaudi revolutioned the world with the catenary

  • @Stop4MotionMakr
    @Stop4MotionMakr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is an amazing analysis. When I visited the cellar at Sagrada Familia, I thought the upside down strings and weights were just a fanciful artistic interpretation of Gaudi's design. I didn't know it was PART of the design process. Amazing.

  • @ryshow9118
    @ryshow9118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    In my travels thru out Europe, this was the most breathtaking visit I made.
    Absolutely incredible in vision and scale.

    • @mda990
      @mda990 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      in which cities you have been in europe?

  • @Scoaen_
    @Scoaen_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1055

    Whole dubai: 10 years
    One cathedral: 137 years

    • @angellopezgarcia5207
      @angellopezgarcia5207 4 ปีที่แล้ว +421

      Advantages of having money and using slaves.

    • @celeridad6972
      @celeridad6972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @Mark Weyland lol

    • @gabor6259
      @gabor6259 4 ปีที่แล้ว +169

      Oil makes things go slick.

    • @carlosandleon
      @carlosandleon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@gabor6259 lmao

    • @antoniosilvera8199
      @antoniosilvera8199 4 ปีที่แล้ว +142

      60% of sagrada familia was made in the last 10 years, also is made out of rock not concrete.

  • @martipg3866
    @martipg3866 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    As a born and raised man from Barcelona this almost brought tears to my eyes. Awesome work of recognition!

    • @99Akinator
      @99Akinator 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Same. I grew next to it. Could see the building throw my window, and Ive been observing how the construction has been growing and growing everyday. Simply beautiful.

  • @167curly
    @167curly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As a young man I heard about Sagrada Familia, but never expected to see it. In 2006 I visited Barcelona for a few days and made sure to keep a free day to spend at the cathedral. That was a memorable time for me.

    • @antonkider7360
      @antonkider7360 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sagrada Familia is not a Cathedral of Barcelona. It's just a church.

  • @ReddoFreddo
    @ReddoFreddo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Never knew the architect of the Sagrada Familia was an engineering genius as well as an artistic genius. This guy is probably one of the greatest people that ever lived.

  • @blankroomsoup666
    @blankroomsoup666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +442

    Cathedral and basilica are not interchangeable. La Sagrada Familia is in fact a basilica.

    • @dlwatib
      @dlwatib 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Some churches are both. This one is not.

    • @simongleaden2864
      @simongleaden2864 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      That's right: Sagrada Familia is not a Cathedral. There is a Cathedral in Barcelona, but this isn't it.

    • @momiu00
      @momiu00 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      A basilica can be better than a cathedral, the Sagrada Familia is the proof.

    • @tyrannosaurusimperator
      @tyrannosaurusimperator 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@momiu00 Better is not the point. A cathedral houses a "cathedra", the chair of a bishop, the symbol of his leadership of the diocese. A basilica is just a fancy church. From a religious stand point, there's no contest between the two. It's like saying a b-17 is better than a stealth bomber.

    • @momiu00
      @momiu00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tyrannosaurusimperator I tell you in a simpler way: The Sagrada Familia is a temple far superior to any cathedral in the world.

  • @Blaze6108
    @Blaze6108 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I saw the remade string models in the museum, they are absolutely insane. There is an incredible amount of intricacy concentrated in such a small space, Gaudi was a damn genius.

  • @mnorth1351
    @mnorth1351 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    That was a beautiful ending. That awe you feel at being able to witness and understand the world - that is a deeply human feeling, and deeply important to the history of religion. The Greeks identified the Logos as the principle of rationality that runs through the whole universe - the reason all the physics can be understood, maped out and calculated by equations, the reason it is constant, repeatable, the same everywhere. The world isn't chaotic and random, but rational, logical. Christians say that Logos is the divine mind, who creates an orderly cosmos - and who created a being in his image, with a mind that reflects the divine mind; and thus, who can "read" the Logos baked into all creation. You may not be a religious person, but when you excericise your reason and skill to understand and explain the world, whether you know it or not, you are giving glory to the God who created such an orderly and beautiful cosmos. Thank you for your work!

  • @nisrine3362
    @nisrine3362 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I swear when you see it youself in Barcelona it looks even more breautiful and unreal, it makes u goosebumps. The details, the inside of that huge church, the way the light enters into the building, etc etc... If you even have the chance to visit Barcelona, you NEED to go to La Sagrada Familia.

  • @rajeshprem6349
    @rajeshprem6349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +344

    "No one recognized him so he was left to die"
    So he became one with Nature(undistinguishable) the very thing that enticed his creation.

    • @spiritualeco-syndicalisthe207
      @spiritualeco-syndicalisthe207 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      R RQ #FreeCatalonia

    • @rajeshprem6349
      @rajeshprem6349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @R RQ who would recognise a famed architect run over by tram who was bearded like an indian sage with a tophat on him. Don't stereotype the Catalan people just because they are seeking a nation for their own. Man died unfortunate. Remember 1926 those were depressing times and a window between war. Most human wouldn't want to mess with authorities and their investigation at that time. So timely context is important.

    • @agarceran
      @agarceran 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @R RQ You must not be from Spain yourself if you can say "No one else in Spain wants to become independent, only Catalans do" with a straight face. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_active_separatist_movements_in_Europe#Spain

    • @rajeshprem6349
      @rajeshprem6349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @R RQ think you are still not aware of balkanisation a case specific to EU where many micronations formed in the last two centuries.

    • @rajeshprem6349
      @rajeshprem6349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@agarceran outright calling Catalan people ugly is no different than Hitler calling Jews a threat a nazi statement and you are a hate monger. Think don't indulge.

  • @Legendary33284
    @Legendary33284 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    That was the first building I ever saw in real life that ever made my jaw drop, It made me appreciate architecture.

  • @markrowland1366
    @markrowland1366 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Stood in awe, 46 years back when a fellow countryman, a New Zealander took over as head architect. Inspired, I applied and got a scholarship at New Zealand's Auckland University. My sketches of Gaudi's works was an important part of my presintation.

  • @bobjackson4720
    @bobjackson4720 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I was there in 1999 I'm amazed at the changes since then. At the time it looked like it would take another hundred years to finish it. An amazing building.

  • @NC-ij9rb
    @NC-ij9rb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Using those strings as structural skeleton for his building was pure genius

    • @themeddite2935
      @themeddite2935 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      He built his building upside down. That takes skill.

    • @ReddoFreddo
      @ReddoFreddo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah

    • @JohnBorstlap
      @JohnBorstlap ปีที่แล้ว

      Actually, it is not. For the simple reason that a building has to be built upright and that has nothing to do with how strings behave when suspended in the air. The curve in the interior gives an unstable effect, and the way in which the vaults are designed only enforces this. Compare this with the interiors of the great European cathedrals.

  • @UkranianStallion
    @UkranianStallion 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Seeing the design of his building, I can almost certainly say that he's more closely resembled an architect, which most likely made him at odds with engineer

    • @Jarviz9001
      @Jarviz9001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      He was both. No one could build his church. So he learned how.

  • @jeffreysoo8779
    @jeffreysoo8779 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Visited Barcelona in the late 80s and Sagrada Familia was the winner. It was really attractive, unique and out of the ordinary. You need to see it yourself as words can't explain it. Would love to go back to Barcelona one day. Beautiful place.

  • @mattrishton
    @mattrishton ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I read that they are using sandstone from Withnell Quarry, a stone's throw from where I live {between Chorley and Blackburn, Lancashire, England) It is a lovely even grained stone in warm yellow hues. I went there 20 years ago... Great stuff. 👍

  • @Eylrid
    @Eylrid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    Mormons: We have a temple that took forty years to build
    Gaudi: Hold my string

    • @speedy01247
      @speedy01247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      cologne cathedral. (multiple centuries)

    • @Tobi-ln9xr
      @Tobi-ln9xr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Cologne cathedral took 700 years to build

    • @idonhaveanyideawhattocallm1472
      @idonhaveanyideawhattocallm1472 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It seems Christians have a running history with years long construction projects

    • @ungas024
      @ungas024 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      St peter basilica in Rome? 109 Years to build.

  • @rockyblacksmith
    @rockyblacksmith 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    When Gaudi started working on the project, he knew he wouldn't live to see it finished.
    This is why he started the building process not by building everything upwards at the same time,
    but by comleting the fassades. He started on the outside and worked his way inward, so that people would get an idea of what his vision was,
    even when it was far from finished.

  • @someguy2594
    @someguy2594 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It’s cool that there’s still giant projects nowadays that people can appreciate in the future. Reminds me of the duomo and other cathedrals

  • @charmerci
    @charmerci 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The whole building is quite a sight but the pre-WWII darker part of the basilica is so amazingly fluid and artistic.

  • @strider029
    @strider029 4 ปีที่แล้ว +305

    Imagine if he got a chance to be resurrected he will be like "No that's not suppose to looks like that, no wrong materials, oh no"

    • @speedy01247
      @speedy01247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      well we can honestly say that the designs he had made were destroyed.

    • @zainiikhwan9405
      @zainiikhwan9405 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Gaudi: "Kids this day have it easy with their technology " *sip Monster Energy *

    • @donaldstanfield8862
      @donaldstanfield8862 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I hope he would be delighted!

    • @Legion849
      @Legion849 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I think his reaction will be 'wait , what's that it doesn't fit there' or something close to that.

    • @DarkAngelEU
      @DarkAngelEU 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@licheong Definitely feel the same, but as stated, sandstone has become really hard to come by, thus explaining why the "original" parts look so much better. On the other hand, it shows a passage of time which only adds to the beauty of the church imo :)

  • @AnimalzyNL
    @AnimalzyNL 4 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Such an impressive building. I've been there before, and the scale of the project is hard to get across on video. The string method used by Gaudí is honestly still one of the best ways to demonstrate the basics of arches in engineering.

  • @GeoZero
    @GeoZero 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Studied this in my Architecture classes in college, and got to see it in person in 1992 while attending Olympics as a spectator. The place is truly amazing. Mack then they were still racing to complete it, but I knew it would never be done. And not likely to be complete ever. As amazing as this building is, it is not the only amazing structure designed and built by Gaudi. This is a must see for those that love archiecture.

  • @kristimcgowandarkoscellard3126
    @kristimcgowandarkoscellard3126 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This building is spectacular!!! He was a visionary and a head of his time!! It looks as though it grew out of the ground instead of being constructed. Definitely on bucket list of places to visit before I die!!!!
    Cheers 🍻

  • @lauravalentinaburbanogarci904
    @lauravalentinaburbanogarci904 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I am not a religious person either, however, I cried when I visited the Sagrada Familia earlier this year. I was profoundly moved to see this gigantic human-made work of art in all its magnificent stature. It joins so many human activities around this one goal, and you can tell it has been made with such care and passion for what it is, it's incredible.

  • @noobiusmaximus6314
    @noobiusmaximus6314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +153

    I think it should be one of the great wonders of the architectural world.

    • @stevencooper4422
      @stevencooper4422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      It's a rather ugly design though. Looks like a termite mound.

    • @PS-nf3xw
      @PS-nf3xw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@stevencooper4422 actually I tend to agree, but again it was inspired by nature

    • @barirwin8559
      @barirwin8559 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@stevencooper4422 Talking when you should be listening.

    • @justinbeath5169
      @justinbeath5169 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Will Black its obviously not random but it's still uglier than any fully gothic style cathedral. Art nouveau, and any other modern styles of architecture, is a tragedy

    • @theviniso
      @theviniso 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      For me it already is.

  • @harryt5878
    @harryt5878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such an amazing cathedral, when walking inside I was shocked by the bombardment of light as it doesn’t seem like there are many windows from the outside

  • @eueueqi
    @eueueqi ปีที่แล้ว

    watching this video made me fall in love more with humanity. how different countries came together to fund la sagrada familia, how architects and engineers spanning many generations decided to continue this beautiful work of art, how many people come to see it unfinished and yet leave the place completely in awe. i'm soooo lucky to have been born in a generation where it would be officially finished as well. wow.

  • @lucasreid5459
    @lucasreid5459 4 ปีที่แล้ว +412

    Why the hell I'm crying everytime i hear "Gaudi's plans were destroy"

    • @popefrancis8153
      @popefrancis8153 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      That’s why I have trust issues with atheists

    • @harryt5878
      @harryt5878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@popefrancis8153 what?

    • @VictorKibalchich
      @VictorKibalchich 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      you have to understand the historical context - the church in Spain at the time were a hugely repressive organisation who helped keep the working class poor in conjunction with landlords and business owners

    • @reddyforlenny9389
      @reddyforlenny9389 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@VictorKibalchich This is actually false, the church help organise military orders which back then actually helped the working class find work and potentially work up to a more noble class

    • @VictorKibalchich
      @VictorKibalchich 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@reddyforlenny9389 lol, go read some history books

  • @MatthijsvanDuin
    @MatthijsvanDuin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    7:15 This isn't a parabola, it's a catenary (hyperbolic cosine)

  • @traktorworks3200
    @traktorworks3200 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have just watched this vid and i have to say the commentator is quite the gifted one at his task. also i felt throughout the session he has quite the salesmans gift for getting the listener in and very engrossed in the whole subject. so quite the excellent effort on his behalf.

  • @FriendlyMarmot
    @FriendlyMarmot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    16:05 The moment you said that, I started nodding furiously and involuntarily. I've felt that overwhelming sense from the building too. I've visited Sagrada Familia, and thought Gaudi's appreciation of the natural world really captured a thread of something that's been missing from more cut and dry, dogmatic expressions of faith. A thread that someone like me might trace from Genesis to Tolkien. I am also scientifically-minded, and I wholeheartedly agree with your later statement as well that knowing how the universe works enhances, not diminishes, my wonder at it all. Sagrada Familia is a truly moving place to visit in light of all of this, and its wonder is accessible from every physical and philosophical angle. It's a place where anyone can go and be overwhelmed by the preciousness of our own existence.

  • @tomatosoup44
    @tomatosoup44 4 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    The shape is described by a hyperbolic cosine, not a parabola.

    • @lukehennessy3006
      @lukehennessy3006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Yep. Otherwise known as a catenary. Parabolic is wrong unfortunately

    • @stephenn1056
      @stephenn1056 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Probably used the term parabolic to get the general concept through to the lowest common denominator

    • @tomatosoup44
      @tomatosoup44 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@stephenn1056 The thing is, the channel is about 'real' engineering so using the real name of things would be more appropriate

    • @lebullee8815
      @lebullee8815 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      MrStephan246 Aww😥😥

  • @alvarop9228
    @alvarop9228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +355

    I hear "saNgrada" every time, that sounds LIKE "bleeding" in spanish

    • @LonceyMills
      @LonceyMills 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Slow the video speed down to 0.75x, or better yet, 0.50x, and you *will* hear him saying "SaNgrada". He is inserting an "N".

    • @lucky-mud
      @lucky-mud 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I know, but if he doesn't speak Spanish that's way better than I'd expect.

    • @alvarop9228
      @alvarop9228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@lucky-mud I was just mentioning, as a spanish native speaker it sounds funny but I never try to make fun of him or his pronunciation. PS: I am saying this for the people who thought the wrong way, I watch every video of this channel because of the great content!

    • @jevongraham5223
      @jevongraham5223 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      wouldn't sangrada mean bled, not bleeding ?

    • @alvarop9228
      @alvarop9228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i Preza yes, thats the right

  • @maarchalk2840
    @maarchalk2840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Last year my school was planning a visit to Barcelona. I was so exited to look at some of Gaudi's amazing architecture. Others of my class were exited to experience the Barcelona nightlife etc. But I wanted to see the Sagrada Familia and the other odd buildings this genius made. Especially because I saw this video once back then. Watching it now makes me more sad that I didn't get to go. I hope this pandemic will be over and I will one day be able to see his magnificent buildings for myself.

  • @Cre8tvMG
    @Cre8tvMG ปีที่แล้ว +2

    150 years is fast for a cathedral. They historically take 300-500 years and last millennia. That’s pretty cool.

    • @Patches_0001
      @Patches_0001 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s not fast compared to the age it was built in, older cathedrals took so long because they didn’t have as many people or as good technology as now

    • @GreatCityAttractions
      @GreatCityAttractions 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed but with modern building techniques and expertise you'd hope it will be completed in decent time.

  • @Kobs.A
    @Kobs.A 4 ปีที่แล้ว +309

    Oldest engineering projects
    Ants:Hold my mandibles

    • @aneeshprasobhan
      @aneeshprasobhan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      too bad no one knows about it.

    • @franzferdinand2240
      @franzferdinand2240 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@aneeshprasobhan nah we just don't check AntTube much.

    • @CommodoreFluffy
      @CommodoreFluffy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      hold my mandibles is like saying "hold my hands", while this is adorable i think "hold my honeydew" would be closer to "hold my beer"

    • @dustman96
      @dustman96 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Termite to ant: "What is that disheveled maze you've created? Look at this beautiful tower I've created! By the way, it is passively evaporatively cooled, and the important chambers maintain their temperature to within 1 degree."

    • @Kobs.A
      @Kobs.A 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dustman96 😂😂😂

  • @ryantruax4635
    @ryantruax4635 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    La Sagrada Familia is quite possibly the most beautiful man made structure in the world imo. It is truely awe-inspiring and a work of art

  • @Yadayadayada117
    @Yadayadayada117 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Took a walking and listening tour of it a few years ago. It was gorgeous. It has a cool history. Even the colors of the windows are made to shine a specific color on the walls of the basilica. Super cool.

  • @pennyhatzikou370
    @pennyhatzikou370 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I visited it in 2016.I have never before or since felt so in touch with the Devine as when I found myself in it. I felt an inner peace and simply did not want to leave.I felt tears coming down my eyes, tears of joy and serenity ...
    I have never felt like that before or since in utter equilibrium !!! I do not consider myself a religious person but that was amazing...

  • @justinpyle3415
    @justinpyle3415 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    This literally almost made me weep at the magnitude and magnificence of this endeavor.
    Thank you...

    • @pawe1816
      @pawe1816 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True. This building really is something quite special

  • @havoc467
    @havoc467 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I dont know the man, this is the 1st time hearing of him, but learning his models were destroyed along with the replicas made me nearly start crying.

  • @eriktempelman2097
    @eriktempelman2097 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely vid. One point to clarify... Gaudi's typical arch shape is not a parabola but a catenary.

  • @noodengr3three825
    @noodengr3three825 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I toured this just days before the world shut down. It was a couple of hours of walking around in awe. What an amazing place. I look forward to returning in a few years to watch the progress

  • @MrJames_1
    @MrJames_1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I can’t believe the colour of some of the decorations, it’s just beautiful, thank you for this video I’m now looking forward to visiting one day

    • @kimberlykrieg3955
      @kimberlykrieg3955 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Look up SigaMiga Barcelona when you go and see the city with a local friend!

  • @maxvanvijfeijken2699
    @maxvanvijfeijken2699 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    I've been here. By far the most beautiful building that I've ever had the pleasure of seeing.

    • @popefrancis8153
      @popefrancis8153 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try seeing the St. Peter’s basilica

    • @maxvanvijfeijken2699
      @maxvanvijfeijken2699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@popefrancis8153 I've been there too. Sagrada Familia >>>

    • @maxvanvijfeijken2699
      @maxvanvijfeijken2699 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@popefrancis8153 nvm I only just got the joke 😂

  • @iceman1146
    @iceman1146 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mate, this is the first architecture & engineering video that made me cry. Such an emotional and inspirational story

  • @mdtorres_76
    @mdtorres_76 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had the privilege to visit Sagrada Familia in October 2019 and attend mass at the basement chapel, Gaudi's crypt. What an amazing church, 2 hours is not enough for me to look at each corners, as in Wow. Outside, showing the 3 Facade, another extraordinary work of art. The church will be completed in 2026, for the 100th year death anniversary of Gaudi, and I have plans to return/re-visit again to be part of it. God bless.

  • @marcgras9064
    @marcgras9064 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Amazing video that made my cry over the remeberences of my city of brith. I could feel Barcelona with it. My childhood ran under the columns of Park Guell. Thank you!

  • @RiggingDoctor
    @RiggingDoctor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    We have seen a lot of cathedrals in our travels through Europe, and La Sagrada Familia is truly in a class of its own!

  • @psmirage8584
    @psmirage8584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I sat here and enjoyed this video, and when I scrolled down to hit the "like" button, discovered I already had - a year ago. Definitely one of those videos one can enjoy over and over, with its stunning visuals and engaging story.

  • @XX-gy7ue
    @XX-gy7ue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    HOLY FAMILY BLESS AND PROTECT THIS BEAUTIFUL PROJECT

  • @terryhalsteadgamer
    @terryhalsteadgamer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love the contrasts of the old and new stones and designs. It defines the whole project. A mix of inputs over time.

  • @Travoid
    @Travoid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I had no idea the complexity and scale of this project. Now my favorite video of yours. Fascinating!

  • @baronreadus
    @baronreadus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    It’s equally as impressive as Saint Peters Basilica. It’s one of the greatest interior spaces you’ll ever see.
    Note: if you’re planning a trip to Barcelona, purchase your tickets in advance. Things may have changed because of cove it, but during the height of the tourist season in normal times do you have to schedule your visit so according to your tickets.

  • @Ivaneck_
    @Ivaneck_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video is outstanding. In every aspect. The realization, the accuracy in the data offered are excellent. Thank you very much from the country del senyor Gaudí.

  • @svwtsvfcb
    @svwtsvfcb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    It's amazing to think how many brilliant minds in architecture spent their entire lives to building huge cathedrals in the name of Jesus.... Believer or not, it is truly inspiring!

    • @svwtsvfcb
      @svwtsvfcb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Random Stuffs if you say so

    • @altaroffire56
      @altaroffire56 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @Random Stuffs Like it or not, religion can give a sense of purpose to people's lives. In particular, it can unify large populations with a common purpose. That's how it can put together the manpower to achieve feats like these. It's similar to how war can lead to great developments in technology.

    • @inspiration_5877
      @inspiration_5877 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Random Stuffs Man, i’m not the most religious person and could honestly give less of a damn on what you believe, but being an asshole is just a plain no go

    • @santiagoe.5217
      @santiagoe.5217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Random Stuffs bro Jesus is literally a historic figure, it’s a fact that he existed

    • @andresferrer9890
      @andresferrer9890 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      This is why I love being part of the Catholic Church ✝️💪🏼🇻🇦

  • @alexruiz1197
    @alexruiz1197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    4:04 I love the two images, the colums imitating a forest!!!

  • @70mmgomp
    @70mmgomp 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is an excellent "little" documentary! In its 18 minute + running time it brought more ideas and inspiration for me than many feature length films! Nice one guys! I particularly like the "no-nonsense" narration (lovely Irish accent!). Have subscribed to your channel and hope to support through Patreon when I clamber out of the pit of Bankruptcy! ;-)

  • @rensvanderhoeven9440
    @rensvanderhoeven9440 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A-MEN, that was an incredible conclusion.
    The video in general was amazing. I'd love to see more like this about architecture

  • @fenrirgg
    @fenrirgg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Damn, I'm here admiring and crying with such beautiful creation of devotion, that's an amazing project and I can't imagine it being finished, I believe it will never be a finished job.

  • @AlbinAhlskog
    @AlbinAhlskog 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    This is the best video i've ever seen from you, and i'm been a long time viewer. Thank you for your exceptional vids!

  • @AkSonya1010
    @AkSonya1010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for sharing this amazing architect with me. He is amazing and I am sad I haven't herd about him before.

  • @50Street21
    @50Street21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well narrated and photographed. I was in Barcelona in 2017 and yes, the Sagrada Familia was an architectural marvel.

    • @westinthewest
      @westinthewest 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The narrator refers to it as the Sangrada Familia.

  • @adogswimming1474
    @adogswimming1474 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That was the smoothest transition to an ad I have ever seen. Thank you for that.

  • @Mario-gx3ow
    @Mario-gx3ow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Will still be finished faster than Berlin Airport

  • @patton303
    @patton303 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was there 20 years ago and visited last year in 2023. The progress they made in just that 20 year span was the most prolific and astonishing. Even if you don’t go inside because of the crowds, it’s enough to see it from the outside from the Av de Gaudi and it takes your breath away.