Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière - Lyon, France
N 45° 45.757 E 004° 49.275
31T E 641624 N 5069286
The Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a basilica in Lyon. Built between 1872 and 1896, its unusual design draws from a variety of architectural influences.
Waymark Code: WM2A7A
Location: France
Date Posted: 10/01/2007
Views: 129
Plans for the Basilica started in the middle of the 19th century and were decided on following the 1870 war. Construction commenced in 1872, following the plans of P.Bosson (1814-1888), who was succeeded by Sainte-Marie Perrin. The last stone was laid in 1884 and the building was consecrated in 1896. One of the masterpieces of eclecticism in Europe, both for its architecture and the exterior and interior decoration.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1896
Age of Church building determined by?: Other reliable source
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Catholic
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Street address of Church:
8 PLACE DE FOURVIERE
Lyon, France
69005
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: Not Listed
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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