Awesome architecture
Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany
Neuschwanstein means new swan stone. It was built for King Ludwig II of Bavaria. He was called the Swan King. Bavaria was an independent kingdom until 1871 when it became part of Germany. This castle gave Disney the inspiration for creating the castle in Sleeping Beauty.
Castle in Sleeping Beauty
Sagrada Família in Barcelona, Spain
The Sagrada Família is called the Church of the Holy Family in English. Building work started in 1882 but it's still not finished! 6 more towers needed to be built. People expect the building will be completed in 2026. A church of this type is called a basilica.
Anton Gaudí was the architect who designed the church. For over 40 years until his death, Gaudí checked that the building work was going to plan.
Anton Gaudí was the architect who designed the church. For over 40 years until his death, Gaudí checked that the building work was going to plan.
Computer images of how the rest of the church will be built
Close-up pictures of the church from 4mins 18secs.