Église Saint-Christophe de Charleroi

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Église Saint-Christophe de Charleroi, Catholic parish church in Place Charles II, Charleroi, Belgium.

The stone building features a copper dome rising 48 meters high with a campanile bell tower reaching 32 meters in elevation.

Constructed in 1667 as a garrison chapel dedicated to Saint Louis, the structure transformed into a Baroque church for Saint Christopher in 1722.

The interior walls display a collection of frescoes depicting the Beatitudes alongside stained glass windows that illustrate biblical narratives.

The church maintains daily operation hours from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, offering free admission and accommodations for visitors with disabilities.

A 200-square-meter Venetian mosaic adorns the church, containing millions of colored glass pieces and gold leaf depicting the Apocalypse of Saint John.

Location: Charleroi

Architectural style: eclectic architecture

GPS coordinates: 50.41190,4.44532

Latest update: May 28, 2025 03:28

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