Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Bamako, Roman Catholic cathedral in Bamako, Mali.
The Sacred Heart Cathedral presents a symmetrical facade with two towers, large stained glass windows, and a central nave built in French colonial style.
Construction of the Sacred Heart Cathedral commenced in 1925 under Archbishop Sauvant's supervision, with Marshal Petain present at the foundation stone ceremony.
The cathedral served as the sole official Catholic worship venue in Bamako until 1957, reflecting the development of Christianity in this predominantly Muslim region.
Located in central Bamako at 329 meters elevation, the cathedral maintains regular mass schedules and welcomes visitors throughout the week.
The cathedral contains the tomb of Pierre-Louis Leclerc, who became the first Archbishop of Bamako in 1956 and was interred here in 1988.
Location: Bamako
Address: Bamako, Mali Bamako Bamako
GPS coordinates: 12.64365,-7.99938
Latest update: March 10, 2025 16:05
Mali features earthen mosques, ancient archaeological sites, noteworthy geological formations and natural parks. The cities of Timbuktu, Djenné, and Gao have religious and historical mud-brick architecture. The country also has waterfalls, ancient caves, and colonial monuments. National parks and nature reserves are home to local wildlife. The architectural heritage includes historic mosques, traditional fortifications, and administrative buildings from the colonial period.
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