Paris: Sacred and Religious Sites
Places and attractions in the Sacred and religious sites category
Categories
- Museum
- Area
- Street
- Art museum
- Church
- Theater
- Baroque architecture
- Specialty museum
- Park
- Concerts and shows
- Square
- History museum
- Bridge
- Historical place
- Shopping
- Neighbourhood
- Nightlife
- Vernacular architecture
- Architecture
- Cemetery
- Gothic architecture
- Monuments and statues
- Fountain
- Library
- Sacred and religious sites
- Science museum
- Comedy club
- Forts and castles
- Palace
- Music venue
- Sport
- Sport venue
- Art Nouveau architecture
- Opera
- Concert hall
- Memorial
- Dancing
- Shopping centre
- Cinema
- Garden
- Shopping district
- Modern art museum
- Outdoor activities
- Art gallery
- Cabaret
- Arenas and stadiums
- Monastery
- Botanical garden
- Skyscraper
- Neoclassical architecture
- View point
- Fashion museum
- Natural history museum
- Military museum
- Romanesque revival architecture
- Music and shows
- Neo-renaissance architecture
- Arch
- Gothic Revival architecture
- Swimming pool
- Watersports
- Swimming
- Synagogue
- Marina
- Sailing
- Universities and schools
- Market
- Tower
- Canal
- Lake
- Natural attraction
- Performing arts
- Bars and clubs
- Empire architecture
- Novelty architecture
- Zoo
- Gabriel Davioud
- Romanesque architecture
- Cafe
- Amusement park
- Entertainment district
- Jacques Hittorff
- Climbing
- Island
Les Invalides
Military museums and interred war heroes Les Invalides, officially known as L'Hôtel national des Invalides, is an iconic historical complex located in the heart of Paris, France. This grandiose site was originally built as a hospital and retirement home for war veterans by order of King Louis XIV.
Church of Saint-Sulpice
Vast church with a facade by Servandoni The Church of Saint-Sulpice is a grand Roman Catholic church nestled in the heart of Paris, France. Known for its impressive dimensions, the church is only slightly smaller than Notre-Dame and is considered the second-largest church in the city.
Grand Mosque of Paris
Friday worship, guided tours and gardens The Grand Mosque of Paris is a serene oasis in the heart of France's bustling capital. This mosque, a stunning example of traditional Maghrebi architecture, stands as a symbol of France's historical connections with the Islamic world and serves as a center of cultural...
Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Nestled in the heart of Paris's vibrant 6th arrondissement, the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés stands as a testament to the city's rich ecclesiastical history. A pinnacle of religious and cultural significance, this storied abbey, founded in the 6th century, is one...
St-Gervais-et-St-Protais
Nestled within the heart of the Marais district in Paris, the Church of St-Gervais-et-St-Protais stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This parish church, with its origins dating back to the 4th century, is a serene escape from...
Basilica of Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
Located at 6, rue Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, Notre-Dame-des-Victoires is one of ten minor basilicas located in the Île-de-France region of France. The closest Metro station is 'Bourse'.
Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois
The Church of Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois is a Roman Catholic church in the First Arrondissement of Paris, situated at 2 Place du Louvre, directly across from the Louvre Palace.
American Cathedral in Paris
The American Cathedral in Paris, formally known as the Cathedral Church of the Holy Trinity, is one of the oldest English-speaking churches in Paris.
Sainte-Clotilde
The Basilica of Saint Clotilde is a basilica church in Paris, located on the Rue Las Cases, in the 7th arrondissement. It is best known for its twin spires.
Saint-Jacques-du-Haut-Pas
Saint-Jacques du Haut-Pas is a Roman Catholic parish church in Paris, France. The cathedral is located at the corner of Rue Saint-Jacques and Rue de l'Abbé de l'Épée in the 5th arrondissement of Paris.
Val-de-Grâce
The Church of the Val-de-Grâce is a Roman Catholic church in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, in what is now the Val-de-Grâce Hospital. The edifice was formerly a royal abbey, and its dome is a principal landmark of the skyline of Paris.
Saint-Séverin
The Church of Saint-Séverin is a Roman Catholic church in the Latin Quarter of Paris, located on the lively tourist street Rue Saint-Séverin.
Synagogue Nazareth
The Synagogue de Nazareth is situated on the Rue Notre-Dame-de-Nazareth, in the 3rd arrondissement of Paris, and is the oldest of the 'great' synagogues of Paris.
Église Notre-Dame du Raincy
The Église Notre-Dame du Raincy is a Roman Catholic church in the commune of Le Raincy near Paris. It was built in 1922-23 by the French architects Auguste Perret and Gustave Perret.
Saint-Laurent
Saint-Laurent is a church in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. It is built on Paris's north–south axis, linking Senlis and Orléans, as laid out by the Romans in the course of the mid 1st century BC, now marked by the rue du Faubourg-Saint-Martin, rue Saint-Martin, rue Saint-Jacques and rue du Faubourg-Saint-Jacques.
Église Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs
The Church of Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs is a Catholic church in Paris' Third arrondissement. Early parts of the church, includingnthe west front, built 1420–1480, are in the Flamboyant Gothic style, while later portions, including the south portal, mostly built 1576–86, are examples of French Renaissance architecture.
Grand Synagogue of Paris
The Grand Synagogue of Paris, generally known as Synagogue de la Victoire or Grande Synagogue de la Victoire, is situated at 44, Rue de la Victoire, in the 9th arrondissement. It also serves as the official seat of the chief rabbi of Paris.
Nanterre Cathedral
Nanterre Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located in the town of Nanterre, France. The cathedral is the seat of the Bishop of Nanterre. Formerly Nanterre Parish Church, it became the Nanterre Cathedral after the establishment of the diocese in 1966.
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