The Sagrada Familia commemorates the centenary of Antoni Gaudí’s death with a floral tribute at his tomb

The event was the first of several activities scheduled throughout the commemorative day dedicated to honoring the architect’s legacy. Conceived as an institutional gesture of recognition, remembrance and gratitude, the tribute had a sober, reflective and solemn character, in keeping with the spiritual values that shaped Gaudí’s life and work.
The ceremony was attended by Sònia Hernández, Minister of Culture; Maria Eugènia Gay, Second Deputy Mayor of Barcelona City Council; Albert Batlle, Third Deputy Mayor of Barcelona City Council; Ricard Gili, Mayor of Riudoms; and Sandra Guaita, Mayor of Reus. The event was presided over by Mr. Esteve Camps, Executive President of the Board of Trustees, and accompanied by the Rector of the Basilica, Rev. Josep Maria Turull.
In front of Gaudí’s tomb, the Secretary of the Board, Jaume Solé, delivered a few words of remembrance and tribute on behalf of the institution, highlighting the master’s spiritual, human and architectural legacy, as well as the enduring relevance of his message one hundred years after his death.
The musical dimension of the ceremony was provided by the Francesc Valls Chamber Choir, conducted by Pere Lluís Biosca, with the participation of soprano Marta Mathéu and organist Juan de la Rubia. The program included a performance of Al cel blau, by Lluís Millet and Lluís Maria de Valls, a piece closely associated with Antoni Gaudí.
One of the most emotional moments of the ceremony was the laying of a wreath at the tomb of Antoni Gaudí i Cornet. The gesture, carried out in silence by the Executive President of the Board of Trustees of the Sagrada Familia, the President of the Gaudí Council and the Minister of Culture, symbolized collective recognition of a figure who continues to inspire generations around the world.
The tribute concluded with a performance of Damunt de tu, només les flors by Frederic Mompou, with lyrics by Josep Janés, performed by Marta Mathéu and Juan de la Rubia. The piece brought the ceremony to a close—an intimate and deeply symbolic act that sought to remember Antoni Gaudí through gratitude, memory and hope.