Overview

• Pope Francis has elevated Antoni Gaudí to 'venerable' status, recognizing his 'heroic virtues' and advancing his canonization process.
• Gaudí’s beatification campaign has spanned over 30 years, requiring extensive documentation and Vatican review.
• Known as 'God’s architect,' Gaudí devoted more than four decades to the Sagrada Familia, a UNESCO-recognized masterpiece visited by millions annually.
• To achieve sainthood, two miracles attributed to Gaudí must be verified by the Vatican, marking the final steps in the canonization process.
• The Sagrada Familia, still under construction, is projected to reach significant completion by 2026, with ongoing work expected until at least 2034.