Basilica of Our Lady of Peace

Overview

Covering 30,000 square metres with room for 180,000 worshippers, the basilica's dome is second only to St Peter's. Completed in 1990, its plaza doves in equatorial light are striking.

Highlights

• •Dome of the world's largest church
• •The 180,000-person plaza

Practical tips

• •About three hours by road from Abidjan
• •Air-conditioning inside is strong

Practical information

Best time

Nov-Mar

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