La Sagrada Familla

What an experience! I walked up from  my lodgings and even with a stop for breakfast (Jamon baguette and cafe con leche) I arrived with an hour or more to spare. I had booked online last night so was able to bypass the queue for tickets. Just showed the code and went in. But not before 12:00 so after walking the block I scoped a Starbucks which would do for shelter as it was about to pour. Space was at a premium as the heavens opened. I stretched my yoghurt and coffee until only a further 30 mins remained and took pity on a poor woman looking for a seat.
I took the self guided tour for 19,50€.  As soon as I walked in I was overwhelmed. The stained glass windows are breathtaking. The colour of jewels. Very modern in concept but they provide a myriad of colours on the columns.  The interior is a little like a forest and Gaudi fashioned the columns on trees.  It is fanciful but exquisite. I felt tears welling up and  needed to take a seat to compose myself. A building has never moved me so much. It was so light and there is a real sense of peace despite the shuffling, flashing crowds all around. It is awesome in its true meaning.
After going in once more I headed home.  The clouds were gathering ominously again and after a quick visit to another market I scuttled home just in time to escape the deluge.
I was taken by the number of different tomatoes on display. I stayed too long and was persuaded to buy a punnet!  They are delicious.
The rain has set in and I'm glad of my cosy bed.  There is a most strange sound coming from the toilet and hand basin. When I go to inspect, the water tank must be open to the rain because the toilet bowl is having waves! Not filling up thank goodness but definitely receiving big splashes of water.