Sagrada Familia becomes tallest church worldwide

Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia has become the world’s tallest church after a section of its central tower was lifted into place Thursday, pushing the basilica to 162.91 meters and overtaking Ulm Münster at 161.5 meters. The central tower is slated to be finished next year at 172 meters, marking the 100th anniversary of architect Antoni Gaudí’s death. Construction, which began in 1882, will continue for years, with full completion expected within the next decade. Last year, 4.9 million visitors paid to enter, 15% from the United States.

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