The Church of the Madeleine in Paris is a Greek-style temple, which with its imposing Corinthian columns makes us have to remind ourselves for a moment where we are.
It was erected in honor of the Great French Armada by order of Napoleon.
A little history
The church began to be built in 1764, but with the death of the architect, it was demolished and raised again by his successor, whose works were interrupted by the outbreak of the Revolution.
After the fall of the emperor, the church was dedicated to Mary Magdalene.
What to see in the Church of the Madeleine
Interior of La Madeleine Church, Paris / Permchai Phoorivatana-shutterstock.com
Its 52 Corinthian columns 20 meters high support the building, and wide steps lead to the relics of Santa María Magdalena; in the main pediment you can see a scene of the Last Judgment.
Its interior, made up of a single nave and three domes , is exquisitely decorated and here you can admire a statue that represents the assumption of the saint wrapped in shadows, since one of the characteristics of this temple is its low lighting.
Its impressive organ is considered one of the best in Paris.
Classical music concert at the Madeleine
An hour and a half concert with the famous Hélios orchestra and its symphonic and choral repertoires.
Prices
Free
Schedules
Every day from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Address
Place de la Madeleine, 14, Rue de Surene
As arrive
Metro lines 8, 12 and 14. Madeleine station
