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The Sacré Coeur Basilica in Paris

The Sacré Coeur Catholic basilica was built at the end of the 19th century at the top of Montmartre hill in Paris. Its famous white pastry like architecture is dominating Paris.

The Sacré Coeur is a holy place and a flagship of Catholic devotion to the Holy Virgin in Paris.

It attracts many pilgrims from all over the world and has a large network of affiliated churches.

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The Sacré Coeur in Montmartre, Paris

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Montmartre and Sacré Coeur by Kees Van Dongen

The Sacré Coeur has been represented many times by Montmartre painters (left by Kees Van Dongen).

The Sacré Coeur district offers many spectacular views on Paris.

Its village like streets and squares, its cafés and restaurants, its painters on Place du Tertre attract many tourists.

But, as you walk a few meters away from the core tourist area, you discover very quiet and charming spots, quite unexpected in such a large city as Paris.

The nearest metro station is Abbesses on line 12. Be prepared for a short and nice walk up the hill. The Sacré Coeur is opened from 6.45am to 11pm.

Other great Paris monuments

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The Sacré Coeur in Montmartre, Paris

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