Sacre Coeur....
“Begun in 1875 in the wake of the Franco-Prussian War and the chaos of the Paris Commune, Sacré-Cœur is a symbol of the former struggle between the conservative Catholic old guard and the secular, republican radicals. It was finally consecrated in 1919, standing in contrast to the bohemian lifestyle that surrounded it. The view over Paris from its parvis is breathtaking.” One of my very favorite places to visit...but not on a Sunday! Most of Paris will be there with you, enjoying the view, the mimes and street performers, and the beautiful interior of the basilica. Sacre Coeur was built on the highest hill in Paris, and can be seen from a long distance. If you’re brave enough to climb the many stairs to the very top of the basilica, the view of the city below is stunning.
Sacre Coeur....
“Begun in 1875 in the wake of the Franco-Prussian War and the chaos of the Paris Commune, Sacré-Cœur is a symbol of the former struggle between the conservative Catholic old guard and the secular, republican radicals. It was finally consecrated in 1919, standing in contrast to the bohemian lifestyle that surrounded it. The view over Paris from its parvis is breathtaking.” One of my very favorite places to visit...but not on a Sunday! Most of Paris will be there with you, enjoying the view, the mimes and street performers, and the beautiful interior of the basilica. Sacre Coeur was built on the highest hill in Paris, and can be seen from a long distance. If you’re brave enough to climb the many stairs to the very top of the basilica, the view of the city below is stunning.