Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church, Quebec City

Originally built in 1847, it was destroyed and rebuilt in 1884 using the design of two medieval French churches with a spire 73 meters high. Designed by architect Joseph-Ferdinand Peachy in the Second Empire style, the church was inspired by the facade of the Eglise de la Sainte-Trinité in Paris.

The interior and exterior sculptures are a great attraction to be seen. The 36 stained glass windows contain 30 sections of glass each. Seven varieties of Italian marble were used for the tower and inside visitors can admire the beautiful paintings, marble furniture and a monumental organ.

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Sight Name: Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church
Sight Location: Quebec City, Canada (See walking tours in Quebec City)
Sight Type: Religious
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