Église du Sacré-Coeur de Gentilly
Église du Sacré-Coeur de Gentilly, Romanesque Revival church in Gentilly, France
The Sacré-Coeur in Gentilly is a church building in Romanesque Revival style with a distinctive 62-meter high tower topped by a lead-covered dome. The walls are covered in limestone plates over reinforced concrete, creating a solid and imposing appearance.
The building was constructed between 1933 and 1936 following designs by architect Pierre Paquet and funded through private donations from a sugar industrialist. Its construction took place during a period of active church building in the region.
The church displays works by notable French artists from the 20th century, including sculptures and colored glass windows created by master craftsmen. These artworks shape how visitors experience the interior space today.
The church is located near Paris' ring highway and is easily reached by public transportation, particularly by rail. Visitors can view the site during daylight hours, with the best view of the facade available from street level.
The building was originally conceived as a chapel for students of a Catholic university and served a different purpose than today. After the ring highway was built in the 1970s, it evolved into a gathering place for the Portuguese community of the area.
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