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Landmark Byzantine-Romanesque-style Catholic church featuring mass, tours & a vast art collection.
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Gorgeous! Exceptional! Worth a visit even if you are not religious. Virgin Mary grottos from all over the world. Make sure to go downstairs too. If you go during a high holiday service, awesome pipe organ and exquisite choir. Even if you are not Catholic, sense of ritual is awesome-inspiring.
A bucket list Basilica that one should visit at least once. Also St Mathews Cathedral, Franciscan monastery with amazing 3D murals and catacombs replicas and the Pope John Paul 2 center are in town. The Basilica has an upper and lower churches, multiple side chapels, large gift shop and book shop, parking.
Have been here a few times. The Bishop Conference, USCCB, center across the street as well.
The Bottom Floor is a must see first. They have Adoration morning until noon time daily upstairs in open church.
A must visit for a deeper Spiritual experience.
God Bless,
Let The Light In Ministry
Www.adorationtoday.tv
Suzanne M. DeCarolis
The Bottom Floor is a must see first. They have Adoration morning until noon time daily upstairs in open church.
A must visit for a deeper Spiritual experience.
God Bless,
Let The Light In Ministry
Www.adorationtoday.tv
Suzanne M. DeCarolis
What a peaceful place! The architecture is amazing as well. Loved all the small chapels from different regions around the world. Parking is free. They have a couple of shops to buy stuff as well.
This church, renowned as the largest in the country, is truly a sight to behold! Its vast interior is complemented by breathtaking art and design, with the tile artwork being a particular highlight. The church spans two levels, each offering its own unique perspective, so I highly recommend exploring both. For those interested, the cafe is open on weekends only. If you’re looking to take a piece of this experience home, the gift shop is open until 5 PM, though the church itself welcomes visitors until 6 PM. The sheer size and beauty of this place make it a must-visit destination.
Being at the Basilic is one of the most spiritual humbling experiences. But it's as well an architectural journey; so many different atmospheres that still integrate with each other and has a soothing effect on the visitor. You will also benefit from a whole cultural journey through several countries, and they Marian spirituality. Lovely choir, super bookshop, and lovely coffee shop. Amazing services.
Fantastic, beautiful, restorative. This deeply spiritual place of worship is both a museum with art, rich history, statuary of religious icons, and a treasured shrine. With 80 chapels, a full day can easily be spent reflecting on the surroundings. Mass is offered daily as well as tours. Although Catholic, it is meditative and can be enjoyed by a variety of religions. On the premises is a cafeteria where you can grab a sandwich, cup of coffee or other beverages. Nice giftshop and bookstore too. Located in the heart of Washington DC, it simply cannot be missed!
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