Of the three facades that architect Antoni Gaudi had planned for Sagrada Familia Cathedral, two – the Passion facade and the Nativity facade – are complete.
The Glory facade, which represents Christ’s eternal glory, is yet to be completed.
The Passion facade faces the west and represents the suffering of Christ during his crucifixion.
While the Nativity facade is highly decorated, the Passion facade is austere, plain, and straightforward.
The Passion facade is the only part of Sagrada Familia where you will find straight lines.
Going up the Sagrada Familia towers is one of the best ways to view Gaudi’s Basilica.
You can enjoy two views from the towers in the Passion facade of Sagrada Familia, Barcelona.
The first shows the intricate skeletal sculptures on the Passion facade’s various towers, and the second shows a fantastic ocean view.
When you climb the Passion facade tower for stunning views, you look down from 65 meters (214 feet).
You need Towers Access tickets (also known as Top View tickets) to climb the Passion Towers.
Important: Fast Track Sagrada Familia entry ticket is the cheapest way to enter the Basilica. If money isn’t an issue and you prefer an immersive experience, opt for the guided tour of Sagrada Familia. To go up the Tower, buy a Tower access ticket.
Let’s start with a video of the Passion facade at Sagrada Familia –
Here are some of the best photographs of Passion facade towers –
Sagrada Familia attracts more than 5 million visitors annually. To avoid the crowds, purchase tickets in advance and read up on the best time to visit Gaudi’s masterpiece.
Recommended Reading: What’s inside Sagrada Familia
Did you know that architect Antoni Gaudi is buried under the Basilica? Find out more such interesting facts about Sagrada Familia.
If you are still undecided about which Sagrada Familia tower you want to see, check out the views from the Nativity Facade Tower and read this comparison of Passion Tower vs Nativity Tower.
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Sources
# Sagradafamilia.org
# Barcelona.com
# Foreverbarcelona.com
# Tripadvisor.com
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