Basilica of Our Lady of Tongre, Minor basilica in Tongre-Notre-Dame, Belgium
The Basilica of Our Lady of Tongre exhibits Baroque architecture with a main structure measuring 60 meters in length and 20 meters in width.
The construction of the current basilica began in 1777 under architect J.F. Demarbaix, replacing a previous Gothic church from the 13th century.
A medieval seated image of Madonna and Child within the basilica contains jewels from various donors, including members of Belgian royalty.
The basilica maintains regular visiting hours and hosts special ceremonies during Candlemas Eve on February 1-2, featuring a torchlit procession.
Pope Urban II established the brotherhood of Our Lady of Tongre in 1093, following reports of Virgin Mary's appearance in a local lord's garden.
Location: Chièvres
Inception: 1777
Architectural style: Baroque
Website: http://tongre-notre-dame.be
GPS coordinates: 50.58162,3.77542
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:43
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