Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde

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“Towering on the highest point of the city, 532 feet above the harbor, the neo-Byzantine Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde was originally built as a small chapel in the 12th century.”

– Concierge

Fodor's Fodor's
"Towering above the city and visible for miles around, this overscaled neo-Byzantine monument was erected in 1853 by Napoléon III." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Take the quaint Petit Train de la Bonne Mère from the Old Port." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The Neo-Byzantine style church boasts opulent interiors, with multi-color marble arches and gilded mosaic cupolas. On the church’s terrace, you can soak in views from all directions." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Situated at the highest point in the city of Marseille lies the Notre-Dame de la Garde." Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"Sky ships, planes, and portraits left as unique tokens of hope and thankfulness. " Full review
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