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Sagrada Familia Becomes the Tallest Church in the World: Gaudí’s Vision Reaches 172.5m
On February 20, 2026, something happened in Barcelona that many of us had been waiting for years to witness. The final structural element of the cross crowning the Tower of Jesus Christ was installed at the top of the Sagrada Familia, bringing the basilica to its...
2026: Gaudí Year — Official Calendar, Key Moments & Events
2026 will be a historic year for Barcelona and for the global understanding of Antoni Gaudí’s legacy 2026 will be a historic year for Barcelona and for the global understanding of Antoni Gaudí’s legacy. One hundred years after his death, the architect will be...
What’s on in Barcelona 2026
Architecture, Gaudí and a once-in-a-lifetime year Why 2026 is not just another year 2026 will be a defining year for Barcelona.Not because of a single event, but because two exceptional milestones will converge — a coincidence that will only happen once. On the one...
Barcelona in Winter: A Complete and Magical Christmas Season (Lights, Traditions, New Year & Kings’ Parade)
Winter brings a special kind of magic to Barcelona. The Mediterranean calm, the festive lights, the scent of pine drifting through Christmas markets, and the rich Catalan traditions turn the city into one of Europe’s most atmospheric winter destinations. And while...
La Castanyada vs Halloween in Barcelona: Traditions, Origins and How We Celebrate Autumn in Catalonia
Autumn in Barcelona is unlike anywhere else. While many cities glow with pumpkins and costumes, here the air fills with the smell of roasted chestnuts, sweet potatoes and freshly baked panellets. This is La Castanyada, one of Catalonia’s most cherished traditions — a...
48h Open House Barcelona 2025: A Weekend to Discover the City’s Hidden Architecture
Every autumn, Barcelona opens its doors—literally. For one weekend, locals and visitors get the chance to explore the city’s most fascinating buildings from the inside. The 48h Open House Barcelona Festival is not just about architecture; it’s about connecting with...