Hallelujah

Baoding Catholic Church is absolutely stunning! This hidden gem in the city center looks like a European masterpiece in every shot📸 📍Detailed address: No. 2 Yuhua Road, Lianchi District, Baoding (northwest corner of Yuhua Road and Lianchi Avenue intersection, right next to the Zhili Governor’s Office and the Ancient Lotus Pond) ⏰Opening hours: May 1–Sep 30: Mon–Sat 8:30–10:00 Sun 8:00–8:30 Oct 1–Apr 30 (next year): Mon–Sat 9:00–10:30 Sun 8:00–8:30 💒About the history: This church was founded in 1898 and completed in 1905. It has a history of over 100 years! It’s definitely a heritage-level building~ ✨Architectural features: · A blend of Romanesque style and Chinese elements · Gothic doors and windows paired with Chinese-style green tiles · Chinese red pillars and intricate lotus leaf and flower brick carvings · A grand exterior that can hold over 1,000 people! Key point❗ To visit the main hall inside, be sure to check the mass schedule first. On sunny days, the sunlight streaming through the stained glass windows is breathtaking! Especially the stained glass depicting the birth of Jesus — it’s a perfect photo spot!✨ 👉Tips for visiting: 1. You can visit the Zhili Governor’s Office and Ancient Lotus Pond on the same day 2. The best light is on sunny afternoons 3. Pair your visit with vintage-style outfits for photos