Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
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WOW! This church is HUGE. It is easily seen from Auburn into Lewiston. Once one walks to it, the size of the Church dwarfs even the tallest person. The most ornate stone work is in the front of the building, the original church was made out of Bricks and is attached to the stone church at the back. (Please see photos, it will make sense then.) The beautiful stone work portion has a 'plaque' of the date of completion. The Brick Church at the back has a late 1800 date above the door. It was really nice to walk from Auburn to Lewiston, it got my kid off the video games for a few hours. We even found a little store on the way back to buy drinks and a comic store as we were taking our time and debating if we should go the the memorial park. Good time and I hope to do it again!
ThatWhichBurns NeverReturnsThatWhichBurns NeverReturns
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Gorgeous basilica! Built in Lewiston between 1905 and 1938, Saints Peter and Paul is the second largest church in New England and the only one to be faithfully modeled on a European Gothic cathedral. Moreover, the church looms as a Franco–American cultural monument. Unlike most European basilicas, which are surrounded by grand plazas, Saints Peter and Paul sits grandly elevated but is surrounded by modest, working-class houses. Measuring 316 feet long, 110 feet wide, and featuring two 167-foot-high towers, Saints Peter and Paul seats 2,200 parishioners.
Dee RDee R
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Beautiful house of worship for those Roman Catholics in this part of Maine. This is an active community of worshipers in an amazing space and the priest seemed to have a good message in his homily. The inside matches the outside of the building in terms of architectural quality and sure seems like a good place to seek out God or the higher power that you might be looking for.
B YoB Yo
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The building is a wonder to look at. So much detail and it is so large. The hours each day are very short so to get inside is very difficult. Would be nice if it was open to the public incase somebody needs it. Probably the coolest looking church in the area and definitely in Lewiston. No large courtyard, just tucked in with all of the surrounding houses.
MusclecarlvrMusclecarlvr
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A beautiful basilica with high, arched ceilings, lovely intricate stained glass, and warm wood along the walls. There are a large number of Mass times available, some of which are in the main church hall, while others are in a smaller chapel. You should definitely see it if you're near Lewiston.
Ryan CarolloRyan Carollo
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Mom and dad were married at this church. Still a beautiful church. The organ is a classic. Concerts are held there from time to time. One of the few remaining Catholic church buildings left in Lewiston, Maine.
G DG D
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122 Ash St, Lewiston, ME 04240, United States
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attractions: Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch, Hampton Inn Lewiston-Auburn, The Colisée, Kennedy Park, Franco Center, Poirier's Market And Local Boozerie, Webb's Market, The Public Theatre, Dee's Market, Lewiston Recreation, restaurants: Davinci's Eatery, Gritty McDuff's Brew Pub, Fish Bones Grill, Lewiston House Of Pizza, El Pocho's Mexican Grill, Forage Market, Luiggi's Pizzeria, Orchid Lewiston, Pure Thai Kitchen, The Italian Bakery
