Sacred-Heart Paris or the Basilique du Sacré Coeur was constructed to glorify the 'Holy Heart of Jesus', so that the sins of the country after the Commune of Paris in 1870 could be redeemed. The construction of Sacred-Heart Paris was completed in 1914 and was consecrated in the year 1919.
The architecture of Sacred-Heart of Paris is Romano-Byzantine in style and was designed by architect Abadie. The 80-meter tall bell-tower, the elongated domes and the pristine white structure of the church are very impressive. The statues of St. Louis, St. Joan of Arc and Christ are captivating and attract visitors from around the world. The interior of the church is very elegant with mosaic decorations. The beautiful images of Christ, Mother Mary, St Michael and St. Joan of Arc are seen in the apse above the altar.
The Sacred Heart is located on Montmartre Hill, in the center of Paris and is visible from every part of the city.
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Tourists can easily reach Sacred Heart by bus, metro or the hill tram. The opening hours of the Basilica of Sacred Heart are from 6 AM to 11 PM and the timings of the Dome are from 9 AM to 5:30 PM. In summer the Dome is open till 7 PM.
The Basilica of Montmartre or Sacred-Heart is known for its prayers to the Sacred Heart, the prayer of adoration and the daily mass. Round the year, there are various other celebrations in the church that should not be missed. Sacred-Heart in Paris offers spiritual training to all Christians who wish to follow the steps of Christ. The church organizes recollections and retreats so that worshipers can pray together in silence and sing hymns. The church also has an excellent bookshop, where disciples of God can find religious texts.
Sacred-Heart Paris is one of the most important religious centers in the city and is popular among the locals as well as tourists.
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