The plaza in front of Sacré-Cœur Basilica offers sweeping views of Paris |
The plaza in front of Sacré-Cœur Basilica offers sweeping views of Paris |
The plaza in front of Sacré-Cœur Basilica offers sweeping views of Paris |
Sacré-Cœur Basilica |
Sacré-Cœur Basilica-A mosaic in the apse, entitled Christ in Majesty, created by Luc-Olivier Merson
One of the largest mosaics in the world
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Archangel motif, Sacré-Cœur Basilica |
A colorful souvenir vendor sets up shop on Sacré-Cœur's plaza |
Chinese tourists take a "selfie", a very common site in Paris |
Sacré-Cœur Basilica
Sacré-Cœur is built of travertine stone quarried in Château-Landon (Seine-et-Marne), France. This stone constantly exudes calcite, which ensures that the basilica remains white even with weathering and pollution.
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Children chasing pigeons on Sacré-Cœur's steps |
Numerous couples from China and Korea come to Paris to marry and be photographed |
Napoleon's Tomb from Montmarte |
An accordion player on the palza |
Sacré-Cœur Basilica's domes |
Sacré-Cœur Basilica-Joan of Arc |