Basilique du Sacre-Cœur-de-Jesus — Attraction in Marseille

The “crown” of Montmartre, the Sacred Heart of Jesus, aka Sacré-Cœur. Compared to many other basilicas, this one is pretty new as it was completed only about 100 years ago. The square outside offers perhaps the best panoramic view of the city of Paris.

On a cooler winter’s day and blessed with a blue clear sky, I sat myself down on the steps of the Sacré-Cœur and try my hardest to inch this view into my memory. The sound of a harp playing nearby, the bustle of people up and down the steps, the cool breeze of the wind, it’s just perfect.

On the day of visit, I was happy to see a harp right on the steps being played. Being a musician myself, I am always drawn to music and in particular street music. I’m perpetually fascinated when there are buskers or street bands entertaining outdoors. Do drop them a loose change, they are filling the air with joy and they deserve to be rewarded for it.

Square Louise Michel, this is the square at the foot of Montmartre, and it’s the easiest fastest access up to Sacré-Coeur. But don’t take the easy road. Best to start your exploration of Montmartre from the metro, and wind your way up and down the...

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