Basilica of Our Lady of Peace

Basilica of Our Lady of Peace
Yamoussoukro, Cote D'Ivoire (CI)
The largest church in the world, built from 1985 to 1989 by order of President Félix Houphouët-Boigny in his home town, which became the official capital of Ivory Coast in 1983. Consecrated in 1990 by Pope John Paul II.
The largest church in the world, built from 1985 to 1989 by order of President Félix Houphouët-Boigny in his home town, which became the official capital of Ivory Coast in 1983. Consecrated in 1990 by Pope John Paul II.
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By: kaicarver

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Anonymous
@ 2006-04-12 09:59:54
This image is not very clear, but it does show the interesting juxtaposition of extravegence versus rural life.
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DonMartini
@ 2008-02-02 07:35:35
High resolution now! Really amazing church...

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