The famous Catalan architect Antony Gaudi, There was no doubt one of the most special personalities of the early 20th century, and the “magician” of the famous Sagrada Familia in Barcelona – Pope Francisnow he wants to sanctify him.
Pope Francis approved the first step towards the sanctification of Antony Gaudi, of the modernist architect of the Barcelona Temple of Sagrada Familia as announced today (14.04.2025) by the Vatican.
Gaudi was one Religious man who worked for more than 40 years for Sagrada Familiathe largest semi -semi -Roman Catholic Church in the world, UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s biggest tourist attractions.
Pope Francis approved a decree recognizing Gaudi’s “heroic virtues”, the Vatican said in a statement.
In order to be sophisticated, the next step in the process of becoming a saint, a miracle must be attributed to Gaudi. After that, a second miracle would need to be proclaimed Saint.
The construction of the Sagrada Familia started in 1882, But the work, known for its towering Gothic peaks, He remains unfinished even after Gaudy has devoted the last 12 years of his life exclusively to the work.
The project was to be completed by 2026, The centenary of Gaudi’s death, which Vatican’s media, Vatican News, called “Architect of God”.
However, this date, as a target, was postponed indefinitely after the COVID-19 pandemic, which reduced the tourist revenue intended for funding.