The Sacré-Cœur Basilica (or with its full name, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus of Paris) is a Roman Catholic church located at the summit of the Montmatre, the highest landmark in Paris. In contrast to Notre Dame de Paris, the Sacré-Cœur Basilica wasn't built in medieval times, but from 1875 to 1914. The overall style of the structure shows an interpretation of Romano-Byzantine features, which was a conscious reaction against the neo-Baroque excesses of the Opéra Garnier. Many design elements of the basilica symbolize nationalist themes: the portico, with its three arches, is adorned by two equestrian statues of French national saints Joan of Arc and King Louis IX.
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Places to see in Paris: Basilique du Sacré-Cœur
The Sacré-Cœur Basilica (or with its full name, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus of Paris) is a Roman Catholic church located at the summit of the Montmatre, the highest landmark in Paris. In contrast to Notre Dame de Paris, the Sacré-Cœur Basilica wasn't built in medieval times, but from 1875 to 1914. The overall style of the structure shows an interpretation of Romano-Byzantine features, which was a conscious reaction against the neo-Baroque excesses of the Opéra Garnier. Many design elements of the basilica symbolize nationalist themes: the portico, with its three arches, is adorned by two equestrian statues of French national saints Joan of Arc and King Louis IX.
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Sacre-Coeur is also in the movie Amelie when she leads him on a hunt for his lost bag. you can even look through the same telescopes in the movie and see the great view. Montmartre is also home to many plazas where artists will show and sell thier work. Its a great area.
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