The Sagrada Família reaches maximum height after more than a century

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The Sagrada Família reaches maximum height after more than a century  With the addition of a 17-metre-high white cross now standing on top of the Tower of Jesus Christ, the Sagrada Família has reached its peak height. However, its full completion isn't expected for another decade.  READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/20/the-sagrada-familia-reaches-maximum-height-after-more-than-a-century  Spark your senses, wake your wonder. Euronews Culture seeks to show creativity in action and inspire our audience to explore the world through the five senses. Start your journey through the best of Europe's arts, gastronomy, traditions and high-end craftsmanship.

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00:02barcelona's sagrada familia basilica has reached its peak height a seventy meter high white cross now stands on top of

00:10the tower of jesus christ the church's central piece

00:13as catalan architect antony gaudi had planned the cross has four arms so its shape can be recognized from any

00:20direction

00:20the tower of jesus christ is part of a set of 18 towers originally conceived by gaudi he designed

00:28the sagrada familia more than 140 years ago with the first stone of the monument placed in 1882

00:35the iconic monument already became the world's tallest church last year after another part of

00:42its central tower was lifted into place millions of tourists visit the sagrada familia each year

00:48and entrance fees largely fund the ongoing construction the full completion of the

00:53sagrada familia is still expected to take a decade's time

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