Sagrada Família: 137 Years Without a Permit?!

The Sagrada Família in Barcelona, a masterpiece by Antoni Gaudí, remained an unlicensed construction for 137 years.
The construction, which began in 1882, lacked a building permit until 2019, when €36 million was paid as a fine to the city.
Now a legal structure, this iconic basilica attracts over 5 million visitors annually and continues construction with a goal to finish by 2026, Gaudí’s 100th death anniversary.
Discover the fascinating story behind one of the world’s most iconic landmarks!
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