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What to do and see in Opéra / Bourse, Ile-de-France: The Best Churches & Cathedrals
Lingering over pain au chocolat in a sidewalk café, relaxing after a day of strolling along the Seine and marveling at icons like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe… the perfect Paris experience combines leisure and liveliness with enough time to savor both an exquisite meal and exhibits at the Louvre. Awaken your spirit at Notre Dame, bargain hunt at the Marché aux Puces de Montreuil or for goodies at the Marché Biologique Raspail, then cap it all off with a risqué show at the Moulin Rouge.
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1. La Madeleine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,232 reviews
A beautiful church built by Napoleon in honor of his troops.
Reviewed By adalbert3 - Newport Beach, United States
Sitting up high with its 52 Corinthian columns and Greek Temple appearance, it is easy to understand that initially it was planned to be a memorial to Napoleon's Grand Army. When Napoleon fell, it became a Catholic church. It may be that because the exterior is so imposing that when you walk inside, the combination of dim light and the beautiful statue of Mary Magdalene behind the Main Altar create a sense of calm and comfort. Things not to miss---the Pediment above the entrance showing the Last Judgment, the Baptism of Christ sculpture by Francois Rude, the Statue of Mary Magdalene by Charles Marochetti (up close), the History of Christianity by Jules-Claude Ziegler in the Nave of La Madeleine (the frescoe is showing the main figures of the Christian religion & as a testament to the time, it included Napoleon right in the center), the bronze doors following the theme of the ten commandments and the statues of the various saints on the Colonnade. This church has a funny way of making you want to come back---it does not have the high level of ornamentation that you find in some cathedrals (however, it does have some beautiful sculptures) but it definitely has it's own personality. Check out my photos for more details.
2. Basilique Notre Dame des Victoires
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By MixaylB - Hazmieh, Lebanon
We attended a mass here and it was really sacred. It was very calm giving the chance to properly pray and the attendees were really nice.
3. Eglise Saint-Louis d'Antin
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
4. Christuskirche - German Protestant Parish Church
5. Eglise de la Sainte-Trinite
6. Eglise Notre-Dame de Lorette
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By ericafelita - Paris, France
Extremely beautiful church! Some corner is under rejuvination right now due to alot of old paintings that got chipped off or fade away, but you will still have a great time looking at a big portion that are still visible ♥️ beautiful church definitely worth the trip!
7. Eglise Notre Dame de Bonne Nouvelle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 6 reviews
8. Chapelle Sainte Rita
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