Basilique-Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile, Minor basilica and cathedral in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Canada.
The Sainte-Cécile Basilica-Cathedral is a Catholic place of worship in neo-gothic style with twin bell towers and a steep-roofed design. The interior is illuminated by stained glass windows that rise from the walls toward the vaulted ceiling.
The original church was destroyed by fire in 1933, after which architects Louis-Napoleon Audet and Henri Sicotte Labelle designed the new building. The current basilica was completed in 1935, replacing the lost structure.
The basilica is dedicated to the patron saint of music, a dedication reflected in its magnificent organ and the daily ringing of bells that mark religious life in the community.
Access is from Rue de l'Église in the town center of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield. Visitors should contact the administration to confirm opening hours and arrange any guided visits.
Inside is an organ built by the Casavant Frères workshop in 1935, an instrument known for its particular sound qualities. This organ is not only a religious tool but also an example of fine Canadian organ craftsmanship.
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