Can a building make us better people? For many, Antoni Gaudi’s famous basilica is proof that the best architecture elevates the human spirit.
‘God’s architect’ on path to sainthood
Due date: Builders now say the Sagrada Familia will be completed next year, although works on a controversial staircase are expected to continue until 2034. Glossary
Barcelona - A city in Spain's Catalonia region, known for its architecture and art.
Basilica - An ancient Roman public building.
Beatification - When the Pope declares a deceased person is in a state of bliss. It is the first step towards sainthood.
Martyrs - Someone who is killed because of their religious beliefs.