Advantages: best view in all Paris Disadvantages: lots of narrow staris up to the Dome
Sacré-Coeur, or 'Sacred Heart', is located at the top of Montmartre, or 'Martyr's Hill', which is the highest hill in Paris. It was built to commemorate the Communard rebels who were killed while resisting the invading Cossacks. They were hiding inside the chalk mines when the exits were blown up by the troops sent by the National Government at Versailles. Construction was started in 1876, and finally finished nearly 40 years later.
How to Get There
... ...walk to the bottom of the hill. Take a good street map, as the signs are not very clear. If you don't have the energy to walk up the steps, then you can take the funiculaire (funicular railway) at the Place Saint-Pierre.
What you Will Find
The Church is still in use, so entrance is free. Silence must be observed, and a donation would be appreciated. It is very peaceful inside the church, and the choir sounds beautiful, even to non-believers.
When ...
Mina 05.09.2001
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