A few weeks ago I alluded to a somewhat unexpected trip I made to Barcelona before Easter and put up a few pictures of the Sagrada Familia (here and here) and Casa Batlló, two of the most iconic works of the architect Antoni Gaudí. This year happens to be the 100th anniversary of Gaudí’s death, which will coincide with the visit of Pope Leo XIV to Spain. The aim of the trip was to write a reflection on the meaning of Gaudí’s great work for America magazine. The article is now out here, and I have to say it is one of my favorite pieces — no doubt because the subject is so beautiful and fascinating.
For good measure, I thought I’d share a few more photos for your reflection and enjoyment:
It also occurred to me that, since I make reference to the apse mosaic in Rome’s Basilica of San Clemente in my essay, it might be helpful to add a few pictures of that great church as well.
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