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Sagrada Familia Becomes World's Tallest Church at 162.91 Meters

10/31/2025

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On October 30, 2025, the Sagrada Familia basilica became the world's tallest church after installing a section of its central tower, standing at 162.91 meters and surpassing Ulm Minster by 1.38 meters.
The central Tower of Jesus Christ will reach 172 meters upon completion.
Construction began in 1882, and Gaudí did not expect it to finish in his lifetime.
Last year, 4.9 million visitors funded the ongoing construction.
Next year Gaudí's death centennial will be marked with events.

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Story summary

On October 30, 2025, the Sagrada Familia basilica became the world's tallest church after installing a section of its central tower, standing at 162.91 meters and surpassing Ulm Minster by 1.38 meters.
The central Tower of Jesus Christ will reach 172 meters upon completion.
Construction began in 1882, and Gaudí did not expect it to finish in his lifetime.
Last year, 4.9 million visitors funded the ongoing construction.
Next year Gaudí's death centennial will be marked with events.