Basilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay, Romanesque minor basilica in 2nd arrondissement of Lyon, France
The stone church displays typical Romanesque architecture with a central nave, two side aisles, and four ancient Roman columns from the altar of Rome.
Built on a Benedictine priory site from 859, the current structure was completed at the end of the 11th century and consecrated in 1107 by Pope Pascal II.
The basilica contains art from multiple periods, including 19th-century mosaics, Romanesque sculptures, and paintings by Lyon artist Hippolyte Flandrin from 1855.
Located at Place d'Ainay in Lyon's 2nd district, the basilica opens daily from 8:30 AM to noon and 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM, except Sunday afternoons.
Four granite columns inside the church originated from the Temple of Rome and Augustus, constructed on Fourvière hill in 12 BC.
Location: 2nd arrondissement of Lyon
Inception: 9 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 45.75371,4.82724
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
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