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Notre-Dame de la Garde - Marseille - France
Notre-Dame de la Garde
Notre-Dame de la Garde is a 19th-century Roman Catholic basilica located in Marseille, France. It is the most visited site in Marseille and is the city's best-known symbol. The basilica stands on the highest natural point in Marseille, a limestone outcropping on the south side of the Old Port of Marseille. The basilica is topped by a golden statue of the Virgin Mary, which is said to protect the city and its people. The basilica is a popular pilgrimage site and offers stunning views of the city and the Mediterranean Sea. Inside, visitors can admire the intricate mosaics, stained glass windows, and marble sculptures. The basilica also houses a museum with artifacts from the city's history.