Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc, Minor basilica in 18th arrondissement, France
Description
Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc is a church in the Romanesque Revival style, defined by a symmetrical facade with two towers that converge into a Gothic arch and are topped by three cupolas. The interior features round windows and a clearly structured layout that guides visitors through the space.
History
Construction began in 1930 after a more ambitious design featuring a very tall bell tower by Auguste Perret was rejected. The building underwent significant changes over the following decades that shaped its final appearance.
Culture
The stained glass windows fill the interior with colored light, while a statue dedicated to a French religious figure stands prominently within the chapel space. These artworks create a personal and spiritual quality that visitors experience directly upon entering.
Practical
The building sits at the intersection of Rue de Torcy and Rue de la Chapelle in northern Paris. The location is easily accessible by public transport and the entrance is clearly marked.
Did you know?
The roof structure was redesigned in the 1960s by Pierre Isnard using an innovative folded concrete design that gives the building its distinctive character today. This technical feature is subtly but clearly noticeable from outside.
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