La Basilique du Sacre Coeur

La Basilique du Sacre Coeur

Also known as a Roman Catholic Church, La Basilique du Sacre Coeur, is a famous landmark in Paris. It is located at the highest point in the city of Montmartre, and has a measurement of 273' (83 m) in height. The Basilique du Sacre Coeur was built by architect, Paul Abadie, as the construction began in 1876. However, after Abadie's death, he was later succeeded by another architect named Lucien Magne. The purpose of the Sacre Coeur was to serve as a symbol of hope and confidence after the French defeat during the Prussian War. 

Unusual Facts:

1. The Basilique du Sacre Coeur is higher than the top of the Eiffel Tower, due to its location on the Montmartre hill.
2. The church contains the Savoyarde, which was built by architect Lucien Magne. The Savoyarde is measured to be one of the world's heaviest bells, weighing nineteen tons. 



Savoyarde Clock Tower, which contains the bell.

3. Another reason as to why the church was built was to create a basilica, similar to Christian traditions.