Our final port of call was Barcelona, Spain, where we spent a few extra days at the
end of the trip enjoying Barcelona. I was fascinated by the architecture of Antoni
Gaudi. I also learned the derivation of the description "gaudy". Prior to this,
using "gaudy" to describe something always had a negative connotation to me. But,
after reviewing a bunch of Gaudi's work and understanding the derivation of the
word, I have a different appreciation for it.
One of the more fascinating structures is the temple known as Sagrada Familia. The
temple has been under construction since 1882 and has another 25 or so years to go,
according to our tour guide. There have been two additional architects that have
worked on the project since Gaudi, each adding their own flair to the project, but
respecting Gaudi's original design to a good degree.
The pictures won't do this place justice, it is just massive. I can't describe it
any other way!