After 10 Round Trips to Paris

There are countless churches in Paris—don’t just fix your eyes on Notre-Dame! These three churches hold different facets of French aesthetics. They’re less crowded, free to enter, and full of interesting details. After reading this, you’ll know exactly which one to choose! ◻️ Église de la Madeleine (Madeleine Church) ⛪ ▪️ Its exterior doesn’t look like a church at all! With 52 Corinthian columns and a triangular pediment, it replicates the style of an ancient Greek temple. ▪️ The moment you push the door open, the vibe shifts dramatically—golden Byzantine domes and marble statues create a strong religious atmosphere. ▪️ The designer originally planned it as a train station, but Napoleon decided to turn it into a "military merit memorial hall" instead. ◻️ Église Saint-Étienne-du-Mont ✨ ▪️ Its 16th-century stained glass windows are still well-preserved. ▪️ It’s home to Paris’ only surviving "Rood Screen"—a staircase-style screen separating the nave from the altar, with elegantly carved stairs that are highly artistic. ◻️ Église Saint-Sulpice (Saint-Sulpice Church) 🎨 ▪️ A must-visit for The Da Vinci Code fans: The "Rose Line" on the church floor (the Holy Grail clue in the novel) is more understated than you might imagine. ▪️ Hidden on the exterior wall is Paris’ second-largest pipe organ (with about 6,000 pipes, in fact!) ▪️ Victor Hugo’s wedding was held here. ▪️ It boasts exquisite murals, including Delacroix’s Jacob Wrestling with the Angel. French churches have their own unique charm. Compared to the intricate craftsmanship of the Renaissance, they have a little less poetry but a lot more grandeur from the era of imperial rise. Next time you’re in Paris, don’t forget to add these three churches to your itinerary! #LondonLife #Paris #ParisNicheTravel #Churches #TravelBeyondCheckIns #CulturalTourism #Architecture #ExpatLife #AncientHumanCivilizations #CulturalAttractionsShare