Sagrada Familia

I’ve wanted to see this cathedral since I was in college...I think it was one of the English classes I took as a Freshman. The teacher spoke of the Art Nouveau movement and shared some of the philosophy and designs that came out of it. I remember being entranced with the movement, and wanted to see as much of it as possible in any museums I visited. 

So even though I am unsure whether Gaudi is really considered art nouveau, how is he not the ultimate expression of the style.

Of course we walked the two miles to the cathedral through a less glamorous portion of Barcelona. All the while we were looking for a good pastry shop, but alas there were none.

The cathedral did not disappoint. 

I am not sure what I think about the visit...so many people, so much decoration. 

Side view showing old and new structures 

The main entrance, original structures.

Inside

Jesus under umbrella.

A view from the top of a staircase leading down from the ‘passion’ tower.

A staircase...leading up to balconies (I think)