Monument to Pope John Paul II, Bronze monument in Ploërmel, France.
The monument stands 9 meters tall and features Pope John Paul II with raised hands in prayer against a large metal cross backdrop.
Georgian-Russian artist Zurab Tsereteli created this statue in 2006 as part of his collection of international religious and historical monuments.
The monument represents the connection between French Catholic heritage and contemporary public art through its placement near Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Visitors can reach the monument by following signs from the Ploërmel town center, with parking available nearby for both cars and buses.
The installation sparked legal discussions about religious symbols in public spaces, leading to modifications of the original cross structure.
Location: Ploërmel
Inception: 2006
Architects: Zurab Tsereteli
Creator: Zurab Tsereteli
GPS coordinates: 47.93027,-2.39395
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:51
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