Javier... a really special guide
Javier is in first place a traveler himself, who loves to see the world and its wonders. He is so passionate about it, that he has been living half of his life in exotic places like the Caribbean, the Philippines, Egypt, Japan or the Maldives.
“That is why I try to deliver what I prefer to receive when I hire a guide myself. I do not want to hear only all the information that I can find online, but to appreciate the real vision that only a local can have. I expect: flexibility, relaxation, fun, interest and an open mind to switch to what the client is looking for. So basically: “It is all about the customers”.
He speaks 7 languages, among them, English and Japanese.
After working as a Tour Guide for 7 years in Spain and Europe, he started working as a Local Guide in Barcelona in 1996. He also worked at the Sagrada Familia to get a deeper knowledge on Gaudi.
“My favourite moment is when we get into the Sagrada Familia, and my clients are looking up with the faces full of joy…”
Javier’s tours are filled with these special moments. He loves sharing his knowledge and passion with his clients, making each visit to the Sagrada Familia a unique and memorable experience.
My beginnings with Gaudi...
I was so passionate about Gaudí that I went to work at Sagrada Família back in 1999. I wanted to know everything about Gaudí, the project, the architects, how things were done…
*** I was so happy because I could go up and down the bell towers every day, many times ***
I could learn directly from the architects.
I was able to talk with them and get in their studio, and they explained to me how they were advancing in the project.
I learned the details of the passion facade directly from the sculptor who did it, from Subirachs. He also invited me to his studio and explained what he was working on.
I also was so lucky I met Etsuro Sotoo, the Japanese sculptor, and he explained me his works and how Gaudi was seeing the project. He allowed me to get in their studio and see how they worked.
I was really, really lucky and that experience that I have I want to share with you…
With the architects
With the sculptor Subirachs
Jordi Fauli, the chief architect with Javier
With the sculptor Sotoo
With the sculptor Sotoo
Inside the structure of the Sagrada Familia
Standing on the scaffolding at the capital
So, if you want me to be your guide, I am very happy! You will have a very special view: my view of Sagrada Familia. I’m waiting for you!
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Javier is not just any tour guide; he is a true connoisseur of Gaudí’s legacy. With years of experience working on the Sagrada Familia, he has witnessed its evolution up close. Javier’s deep knowledge and personal anecdotes provide a unique and unmatched perspective on Gaudí’s works.
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