Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, Pilgrimage city in La Côte-de-Beaupré, Canada.
Description
Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré is a pilgrimage town along the St. Lawrence River, dominated by the grand basilica that serves as its focal point. The building showcases traditional religious architecture with elaborate interior spaces arranged across multiple levels connected by grand staircases and arched corridors.
History
French sailors built a small chapel at this location in 1658 after a shipwreck, and reports of miraculous healings soon emerged. The site gradually transformed into a major pilgrimage destination, leading to the replacement of the original chapel with the current grand basilica.
Culture
The basilica displays religious artworks including stained glass windows, mosaics, and sculptures depicting biblical scenes. Visitors notice how these works shape the way pilgrims experience and interpret their faith in this sacred setting.
Practical
Visitors can find various accommodation options throughout the town to plan and rest during their stay. The basilica is easily accessible and holds regular masses that are also broadcast online, allowing visitors to participate at their convenience.
Did you know?
At the center of town stands a large cyclorama featuring a detailed scene of Jerusalem during the Crucifixion. This circular painting offers visitors a visual journey through a pivotal religious moment and is often overlooked despite its remarkable level of detail.
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Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré
865 m
Canyon Sainte-Anne
7.2 km
Cyclorama of Jerusalem
722 m
Maison Drouin
3 km
Convent of the Redemptoristines
1 km
Maison Morisset
2.5 km
Sainte-Famille church
5.3 km
Chute Sainte-Anne
7.7 km
Maison de nos Aïeux
5.3 km
Chapelle Saint-Achillée
8.1 km
Church of the Visitation
8.3 km
Site du patrimoine de la Place-de-l'Église
8.3 km
Église Saint-Joachim
8 km
Maison Racine
2.3 km
Chapelle de procession de Sainte-Famille
5.6 km
Maison Pierre-Thibault
7.9 km
Maison Roberge
4.4 km
La Grande-Ferme
9.5 km
Caveau à légumes 1
5.1 km
Maison Gagnon
2.5 km
Maison Chrétien
3.7 km
Maison Louis-Asselin
3.9 km
Maison Imbeau
6.4 km
Maison Côté
11.7 km
Caveau à légumes
3.7 km
Maison Simard
8.6 km
Presbytère de Saint-Joachim
7.9 km
Caveau à légumes 2
5.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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