Inside Sagrada Familia World's Oldest Construction Completed After 144 Years

Barcelona just watched history shift: on February 20, 2026, workers set the final arm of the cross atop Sagrada Familia’s main tower, bringing it to 172.5 meters—now the tallest church on Earth. The story stretches back to 1882 and Antoni Gaudí’s nature-inspired design, surviving war, dictatorship, and a 2020 shutdown. Funded only by donations and tourist tickets, the site drew 4.9 million visitors in 2024 (€44.7M). But a planned Glory Facade staircase could displace about 1,000 families, fueling fierce debate. Next: blessing in 2026, structural completion by 2033, decoration by 2035. #SagradaFamilia #Barcelona #Gaudi #Construction At MegaSite, we bring you the latest updates on proposed and ongoing mega projects, futuristic infrastructure, and engineering marvels from around the world. Subscribe now and join a global community passionate about the projects redefining our planet. Don’t forget to like, share, and comment with your thoughts below! 📍 Timestamps: #megaconstruction #megaprojects #engineeringmarvels #futuristicinfrastructure #constructionnews #civilengineering #architectureprojects #urbandevelopment #smartcities #infrastructureupdates