Sacred Heart Cathedral

this was fine , my church growing up was called sacred heart. nothing too exciting in the architecture but neat looking. nice cats.

I came here a few days ago and wasn't expecting an empty cathedral. Although, there was an exhibition being hosted: "Silk Road: Reflections of Splendor - Shanghai Intangible Cultural Heritage." It was very interesting to see the different artworks and learn about the historical relations between Morocco and China. The cathedral's architecture was simple, but beautiful.

It was a bright sunny day so I went to see this stunning art deco building and it's Stained glass art works. When I stepped inside there was stillness, a timeless place, not solemn just peaceful. I walked around and ventured up the stairs but could not visit the balcony. The gardens surrounding the cathedral are beautiful and I was very happy to have visited this great historical building.

Quite a unique cathedral in design, with art deco vibe. Strangely empty and quiet. Worth a look. No need to pay for a city walking tour to see it though.

Beautiful piece of architecture designed by Paul Tournon and finished in 1931. The impressive scale (and height), its vertical lines, the details, the gothic references, is an unexpected surprise. Its immaculate whiteness inside is only interrupted by the strained glass light, giving it a very airy and celestial ambience. Unfortunately, the church was desacralized in 1951, and was used as a cultural event venue since. Inside, there is a whole element that was clearly built afterwards. This could easily be used as an interpretative center of the building. Although devoid of a regular function, it is kept open. Beware that the building closed at 19h at the time I visited.

Stepping into Sacred Heart Cathedral felt like walking into a dream—calm, serene, and absolutely breathtaking! The mix of Art Deco and Neo-Gothic architecture had me feeling like I was in a movie scene, and the stained-glass windows? Absolutely mesmerizing. Of course, I had to bring my own flair to the moment—dressed in bold red and black, standing against the crisp white walls of the cathedral. A contrast fit for a masterpiece! Whether you're here for history, photography, or just to enjoy a peaceful escape in the city, this place is a must-visit. P.S. If you go, take a moment to just stand in the center, soak in the beauty, and maybe even strike a pose—because this backdrop deserves it! 10/10—Would definitely recommend!

A decommissioned cathedral that is very beautiful inside and out. Now a cultural centre, there was no exhibit on the day we visited. But the architecture was stunning. The stained glass altarpiece depicts Christ in colourful glory, and His Sacred Heart. Worth a visit and a stroll through the adjacent gardens.

The front: Stunning 🤩 The back: Gorgeous 😩 The side: Beautiful 😍 The Top: Amazing 🥺 Far Away: Glorious ❤️‍🔥 Close up: Even Better 😭