Sacré-Cœur

Also known as Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Paris

Roman Catholic church in Paris, France

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Sacré-Cœur is a Roman Catholic church located in Paris, France, known for its distinctive white dome that stands prominently on a hilltop in the Montmartre neighborhood. The basilica has become one of Paris's most recognizable landmarks and a major destination for both pilgrims and tourists visiting the city.

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Named after: Sacred Heart
Religion: Catholic Church
Country: France
Located in: 18th arrondissement of Paris
Material used: travertine
Dedicated to: Sacred Heart
Official website: www.sacre-coeur-montmartre.com
Image: Le sacre coeur.jpg
Height: 83

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Commons category: Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre
architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture
diocese: Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Paris
architect: Paul Abadie
inception: 1875-00-00
Commons gallery: Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre
visitors per year: 10000000
postal code: 75018
has cause: atonement in Christianity
native label: Basilique du Sacré-Cœur
social media followers: 8450
Christian liturgical rite: Roman Rite

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Encyclopedic overview

The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre (French: Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre), commonly known as Sacré-Cœur Basilica (French: Basilique du Sacré-Cœur) or simply Sacré-Cœur (French: Sacré-Cœur, pronounced [sakre kœr]), is a Catholic church and minor basilica in Paris dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Sacré-Cœur Basilica is located at the summit of the butte of Montmartre. From its dome two hundred meters above the Seine, the basilica overlooks the entire city of Paris and its suburbs. It is the second most popular tourist destination in the capital after the Eiffel Tower.

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