Today we went back to Barcelona. M much better. So on the bus we go back to Plaça de Catyluna. From there we decide to walk to Sagrada Familia basilica, one of the most famous places in Barcelona. But first...
We head down some long, narrow interesting alleys with interesting shops, art. We stop at one place with art, jewelry. I bought a couple postcards. There was an open interesting looking area in back of the cash register. I asked him if it was his house. It wasn't. He told me how he bought the space before covid and somehow made it through but was still struggling.
The Sagrada Familia is unlike any church you've ever seen. It is unique looking to say the least. It is a combination of gothic and art nouveau architecture. After looking into it online (as I do), you cant take it at face value. It's very complicated on the exterior alone. It has 3 facades called the nativity, the passion and the glory. They depict the life of Jesus, the apostles, the saints and lots of other things. Elements of nature and ceramics are mixed in.
It was started in the 1800's and the artist, Gaudi, knew he wouldn't finish it, so he left detailed plans to do so. Work still continues and is scheduled to be done in 2026, 100 years after his death.
I sat down to rest my weary bones and met a couple from Canada who have travelled extensively and were friendly and interesting.
Back on the metro to head toward home. There was a man on the train. playing the saxophone. When he was done, people clapped and gave him money. I remember being on the NYC subway with these guys who would dance, sing and everybody ignored them.
On to the bus only to be entertained by a drunk woman singing Spanish songs, sometimes with rhythmic accompaniment. Made bus ride go faster.
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October 18, 2022 at 08:37PM
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