Pope to bless Barcelona basilica tower on centenary of designer's death
The Pope will bless the central tower of a Barcelona basilica on Wednesday. The visit follows an open-air mass attended by 1.5 million people and precedes travel to the Canary Islands.
France 24The Pope will bless the central tower of a Barcelona basilica on Wednesday marking the centenary of the designer's death. The blessing comes during a visit to Spain that included an open-air mass on Sunday attended by 1.5 million people.
Schedule and next stops Officials said the Pope will travel to the Canary Islands after the Barcelona event to focus on immigration. The Canary Islands segment will address migration issues affecting the region.
Public response The Pope received a rapturous reception during the Spain visit according to multiple reports. Crowds gathered for the Sunday mass in large numbers. >"Pope to bless Barcelona's Sagrada Familia on death centenary of designer Gaudí" — France 24 The basilica blessing is scheduled for the centenary date with no further details released on the ceremony format.
