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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  France  /  Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur  /  Bouches-du-Rhone  /  Marseille  /  Cathédrale La Major

Cathédrale La Major, Marseille

4.5
#2 of 33 in Historic Sites in Marseille
Religious Site · Tourist Spot
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Cathédrale La Major has been a Roman Catholic cathedral since 1896, and has been registered as a heritage building since 1840. The present cathedral was built in the Byzantine-Roman style in the mid-19th century, by architects Léon Vaudoyer and Henri-Jacques Espérandieu. The site has been used for cathedrals since the fifth century. Some modest structures remain from the largely demolished earlier cathedral. By using our Marseille route maker app, you can arrange your visit to Cathédrale La Major and other attractions in Marseille.
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  • By David-R-Blackburn
    The Cathedral dominates the skyline and gives you a wonderful view over the Old Port once you have arrived. It's incredible in scale and decoration. 
    The Cathedral dominates the skyline and gives you a wonderful view over the Old Port once you have arrived. It's incredible in scale and decoration.  more »
  • By Migz1964
    Beautiful and majestic. Organ is amazing. Walking distance from anywhere in Marseilles. On the bus route as well. Recommend a visit, even if just for the architecture 
    Beautiful and majestic. Organ is amazing. Walking distance from anywhere in Marseilles. On the bus route as well. Recommend a visit, even if just for the architecture  more »
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  • By Celo's Vision Travel Photography
    This Cathedral has historic value and represents a lot for the city. It's huge and certainly possess lovely mosaics which one must pay attention to and admire. It has been undertaking often maintenance and looks amazing. A must when you are visiting Marseille.
  • By Abhishek Singh
    Very beautiful. Everything avbl for perfect outing and each age. Complete family tour
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