Est. MMXXVI · Public Survey A Standing Atlas of Sacred Architecture N° 16 Locations Indexed
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N° CP-012
Standing

Basilica of Our Lady of Peace

Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire

A domed basilica modelled on St. Peter’s, set upon the West African savanna — the largest church in the world.

Classification
Basilica
Architectural style
Neo-Renaissance
Built
1985–1989
Region
Africa
Principal metric
158 m dome
Coordinates
6.8097° N, 5.2925° W
Catalogue no.
CP-012
Neo-Renaissance
Basilica
Africa