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17th century world map
World map, published around 1664 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, by Dutch mapmaker Joan Blaeu (c.1599- 1673). The Latin title is Nova et Accuratissima Totius Terrarum Orbis Tabula

La Sagrada Familia church lit up at night designed by Antoni Gaudi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflected in pool, Barcelona, Catalonia (Catalunya), Spain, Europe

La Sagrada Familia church, basilica interior with stained glass windows by Antoni Gaudi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Barcelona, Catalonia (Catalunya), Spain, Europe

16th century map of the British Isles
Map of the British Isles, in the 1570 edition of Ortelius Atlas (Theatrum Orbis Terrarum). Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598) was a Flemish mapmaker who is considered to have produced the first true atlas

La Sagrada Familia church front view, designed by Antoni Gaudi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Barcelona, Catalonia (Catalunya), Spain, Europe

16th century world map
World map, published around 1565 in Venice, Italy, by Italian mapmaker Ferando Bertelli. The title of the map: Universale Descrittione di Tutta la Terra Conosciuta Fin Qui

17th century map of Europe

17th century map of the New World
Western Hemisphere, 17th century Dutch map. This shows the New World that was being discovered by Europeans exploring the Western Hemisphere of the Earth

Sagrada Familia Cathedral by Gaudi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Barcelona, Catalunya (Catalonia) (Cataluna), Spain, Europe

16th century map of the British Isles
British Isles, 16th century Dutch map. This shows England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, though Ireland is not yet accurately mapped. Published in 1595, from work by Gerard Mercator

17th century map of the New World

Lady Liberty Pop Art (Complementary Colors), Graphic Design, Illustration, Poster, Advertising

Moai sculptures in various stages of completion at Rano Raraku, the quarry site for all moai on Easter Island, Rapa Nui National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Easter Island (Isla de Pascua)

Skyline view of La Sagrada Familia, by Antoni Gaudi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Barcelona, Catalonia (Catalunya), Spain, Europe

The Nike or Victory of Samothrace, marble
Greek civilization, 2nd century b.C. - The Nike or Victory of Samothrace, marble, height 328 cm

17th century map of South America
South America, 17th century Dutch map. This shows the new continent that was being discovered by European explorers. The shape is distorted because it had not yet been accurately mapped

Illustration of two engineers looking at blueprint for bridge that is under construction in the background

Hypostyle Hall, The Ramesseum (Mortuary Temple of Ramese II), Luxor, West Bank, Thebes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Toscanellis world map, 1474
Toscanellis world map. This map was drawn by the Italian mathematician and astronomer Paolo Toscanelli (1397-1482) in 1474

The unfinished church in St. Georges, Bermuda, Central America
The unfinished church in St. George s, Bermuda, Central America

Illustration of mug of hot chocolate and partly eaten chocolate bar

Eiffel Construction 11
The Eiffel Tower under construction in Paris, France, 31st March 1889. No. 11 in a series of 11. Theophile Feau captured the construction of the tower by taking photographs from the tower of

Turkey, Bergama, Detail of the frieze from Pergamon altar representing a giant with a lion head fighting against the Goddess Aether 2nd century B.C

Italy, Sicily, Agrigento. Temple Of Concord, Doric. 5th Century B.C (photo)
549371 Italy, Sicily, Agrigento. Temple Of Concord, Doric. 5th Century B.C (photo); Omniphoto/UIG.

Italy, Sicily, Agrigento: Temple Of Juno (Hera Lacinia). 5th Century B.C, Greek Doric (photo)
549372 Italy, Sicily, Agrigento: Temple Of Juno (Hera Lacinia). 5th Century B.C, Greek Doric (photo); Omniphoto/UIG.

View of Marmorpladsen withe Ruins of the Uncompleted Frederik's Church in Copenhagen, 1838. Creator: Thorald Lessoe
View of Marmorpladsen withe Ruins of the Uncompleted Frederik's Church in Copenhagen, 1838

The Passion Facade of Sagrada Familia basilica church, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Romania, Constanta, Ceramic pots in the Roman Mosaic Museum, also known as the Roman Edifice

India, Delhi, Qutub Minar, Atai Minor, an incomplete tower originally intended to be twice as high as Qutub Minar

Aerial of the future Presidential Palace, Ciudad de la Paz, Rio Muni, Equatorial Guinea, Africa

Temples, Durbar Square, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Self portrait as a young man (oil on canvas)
868072 Self portrait as a young man (oil on canvas) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Kitchen Maid, Butcher and Boy around a Table (oil on canvas)
471543 Kitchen Maid, Butcher and Boy around a Table (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 20.3x28.2 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Chicago Construction
A building under construction on Van Buren Street, Chicago, 30th September 1894. It is being rendered fireproof by placing tiles around the steel frame. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Bathsheba (pencil & oil on panel)
2651384 Bathsheba (pencil & oil on panel) by Knights, Winifred (1899-1947); 39.8x27 cm; Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art; British, out of copyright

Landscape Study for Santisima Trinita, c. 1924 (pencil & oil on paper)
2651382 Landscape Study for Santisima Trinita, c.1924 (pencil & oil on paper) by Knights, Winifred (1899-1947); Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art; British, out of copyright

An Attempted Ascent of Fusi-Yama, run in by Japanese Police (engraving)
1047440 An Attempted Ascent of Fusi-Yama, run in by Japanese Police (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Attempted Ascent of Fusi-Yama)

Seated Nude, c. 1919 (pen & wash over pencil)
2651385 Seated Nude, c.1919 (pen & wash over pencil) by Knights, Winifred (1899-1947); 20x30.5 cm; Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art; British, out of copyright

English Camel Corps, Sudan, 1884 / 5 (pencil & w / c on paper)
622709 English Camel Corps, Sudan, 1884/5 (pencil & w/c on paper) by British School, (19th century); 30.5x39 cm; Private Collection; © Michael Graham-Stewart

Ms 196. Dominicus de Dominicis Venetus, De potestate Papae, De creatione cardinalium, f. 1r
5979485 Ms 196. Dominicus de Dominicis Venetus, De potestate Papae, De creatione cardinalium, f. 1r. Humanistic bookhand with some Gothic features

Portrait of a man, full-length, handing a letter to a boy, in an interior (oil on panel)
3533508 Portrait of a man, full-length, handing a letter to a boy, in an interior (oil on panel) by Coques, Gonzales (1614-84) (attr.to)

Diane (marble)
781491 Diane (marble) by Boucher, Alfred (1850-1934); height: 48.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Etude pour passe, c. 1908 (pastel)
3700901 Etude pour passe, c.1908 (pastel) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); 27.5x20.5 cm; Wolseley Fine Arts, London, UK; Belgian, out of copyright

Snowdon, c. 1820 (watercolour on paper)
3740330 Snowdon, c.1820 (watercolour on paper) by Varley, John (1778-1842); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales.); English, out of copyright

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"Incomplete: A Tapestry of Time and Vision" Step into a world where time stands still, where the past and present intertwine in an incomplete symphony. The magnificent La Sagrada Familia church, designed by the visionary Antoni Gaudi, illuminates the night sky with its ethereal glow. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is not just a basilica; it is a testament to human creativity that transcends generations. As we delve deeper into history, we uncover ancient maps that tell tales of exploration and discovery. A 17th-century world map reveals the vastness of our planet, while a 16th-century map showcases the intricate details of the British Isles. These fragments from centuries ago remind us of how much there is left to explore and understand. Inside La Sagrada Familia's sacred space, stained glass windows create kaleidoscopic patterns that dance with light. Gaudi's genius lies in his ability to merge architecture and art seamlessly – an unfinished masterpiece that continues to captivate hearts today. Traveling further through time, we encounter another 17th-century map depicting Europe's ever-changing borders. It serves as a reminder that history is never static; it evolves like the very landscapes it represents. Venturing beyond familiar shores, a 17th-century map unveils the mysteries of the New World – uncharted territories waiting to be discovered by intrepid explorers seeking fame and fortune. In Barcelona's vibrant streets, La Sagrada Familia Cathedral proudly stands as an emblematic symbol of Catalonia's rich heritage within Spain and Europe at large. Its towering spires reach for heights unknown – just like humanity itself – forever striving towards completion amidst perpetual change. Returning once more to Britain's shores on a 16th-century map, we witness its evolving identity throughout history - shaped by conquests, alliances, and cultural exchanges - yet always remaining enigmatic in its essence.