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Sacred Heart Church (Barcelona, Spain)

Description: Address: Barcelona / Spain / The church is located on top of Tibidabo hill.

Newest Review: ... is white stone. Steps lead up to the entrance of the church, and standing outside looking up, it looks just as impressive as it does when viewed from a distance anywhere in Barcelona. There is a paved 'square' area, which also serves as a viewing platform, giving breathtaking panoramic views of the city below. We went inside the church (admission is free) and although it is small inside, it ... more

... is absolutely beautiful, with its stained windows and detailed stone work. The altar has three parts with statues above, one of which being a copy of the Black Madonna. The original of this statue can be seen at Monserrat. It is possible to light a can...more

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Sacred Heart Church (Barcelona, Spain): The Sacred Heart Church, Tibidabo, Barcelona (712 words)
by - written on 17/07/09 (Very useful, 116 readings)
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On a recent trip to Barcelona, I went on a city tour to take in some of the sights that we had missed on our last visit. A place I was really looking forward to visiting was Tibidabo Mountain, which is the highest peak in Barcelona at over 500m above sea level. Anyone who visits Barcelona will not fail to notice Tibidabo, and this is due to the imposing church of Sagrat Cor (Sacred Heart) which stands at the top of the mountain, and the impressive statue of Jesus Christ on the highest spire of the church. On travelling in and out of Barcelona, seeing this church and statue on top of the mountain is a fantastic sight. The church is ... Read the complete review