Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde

The Cathedral of the Virgin Mary is a symbol of Marseille, built on a hill 150 meters high, where it overlooks the city of Marseille, the port of Marseille and the Mediterranean.

Looking far away at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Garde, the gray-white marble building, the gorgeous new Byzantine church, will definitely attract you there. Inside the church, the red-white marble and the magnificent frescoes look extraordinarily gorgeous.

From all angles of Marseille, the golden addition of the Virgin and Son at the top of the temple can be clearly seen. This image of the Virgin and Son, which is also the protection of sailors, fishermen and all Marseilles people, is also visible. Recommended reason: Under the Temple of the Virgin Mary, there is a viewing platform, which overlooks the entire Marseille and Marseille port, and visits the sea. You can also see the prototype of the prison in Count of Monte Cristo: Fort Eve. The viewing platform is especially suitable for watching the sunset. The sunset is late in the summer, you can come early, first enjoy the interior of the temple, otherwise you can't enter the door at 6 o'clock.

The Cathedral of the Virgin Mary is a symbol of Marseille, built on a hill 150 meters high, from which you can overlook the city of Marseille and the Mediterranean. From the old port of Marseille you can see the Cathedral of the Virgin of the Garde, which stands on the high ground, while from the church you can overlook the panoramic view of Marseille and the island of Ives. The exterior and interior of the church are very spectacular and beautiful. There is a gold-plated statue of the Virgin Mary of up to9.7 meters above the main building of the cathedral. It is said that this glittering statue can be seen almost at any angle in Marseille. The cathedral is an attraction that cannot be ignored in Marseille.

Located on a hill near the port of Marseille, the church towering over the city of Marseille is the commanding height of the city. The church is not very large, and it is definitely a little inferior to the famous European cathedrals in the world. But the church occupies a superior location, the rooftop surrounding the church overlooks the city of Marseille and the romantic scenery of the Mediterranean, which is refreshing. You can take the bus up the mountain or walk up the mountain, and the church is free. You must not miss it when you arrive in Marseille.

On the hills of Marseille, you can take the 60 bus next to the Ferris wheel on the old port, and tickets can be purchased in the subway station on the side. Unfortunately, when we went, we encountered a strike by French workers, so we changed to a sightseeing train. The sightseeing train included going up and down the mountain. The church can overlook Marseille City 360 degrees and has a great view. The interior of the church is also very distinctive, with various marine elements of decoration content, murals, hangings, very special. Come to Marseille to visit, highly recommended ～

Overlooking Marseille, the coast of the Azure is also on display for the first time. The Roman-Byzantine look is very different from the Gothic spire, and the golden statue of the Virgin Mary on the top of the church is a symbol of Marseille and a protector of sailors, fishermen and all Marseilles. In the mid-19th century, the church was expanded with architect Esperandieu, whose tall dome, colorful marble decorations and wonderful mosaic inlaid decorations gave the golden and majestic effect of the tower. Unlike other churches, the walls inside are decorated with paintings donated by believers, tarots, model boats and war medals, and even model boats hang to highlight Marseille's maritime features. The 154-meter-high hill, with an extended viewing platform outside, is a great place to see Marseille panoramic views and Mediterranean islands. The Mediterranean is sparkling in the distance and the island is packed with boats.