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The five previous posts can be found on the links below.
The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Half our group is waiting at the top of the steps.
The other half is still getting off the bus.
The entrance.
It was so breathtaking that everyone had to take pictures. But I feel as if that does detract from the actual beauty and holiness of the place. I liked St. Anthony's Chapel better. The Basilica had a more touristy feel to it.
There were many domes.
Our Lady of China is a title I never heard before. I must remember to look the story up.
It felt weird to be able to go all the way around the alter.
Another title I need to look up.
Ah I took a picture of the story.
I love this picture of the Assumption.
Umbrolino.
I love this picture of the Assumption too.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help.
Our Lady of La Salette
Stairs going down to the crypt.
The Holy family pause on the flight to Egypt.
A Bishop is buried here.
I like how this picture turned out.
The Crypt Church had a much more reverent atmosphere.
The stained glass windows were doors.
This one is weird.
Our Lady of Lourdes.
There was a building that looked like a castle across the street.
On the bus to the next destination.
To Be continued
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March for Life, Part 7, The Tour
I've been to this Basilica once before for an anniversary of Summorum Pontificum. I remember seeing all the side altars and wondering how they got it all in one building. I never saw the crypt though so your pictures of that I found fascinating!
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The crypt is in the basement. It's really beautiful. Especially the Crypt Church. It's actually called a Church, so there is a Church underneath the Basilica itself. I recommend going downstairs if you get the chance. Many more side alters. :D
DeleteI love these pictures! The basilica is so beautiful! My family once visited it when I was a little girl, and I remember how neat it was. I'd love to visit it again!
ReplyDeleteI've been enjoying looking at your pictures from the March for Life. A couple of people I knew were also at the March. :)
God bless you!
Zelie
underherstarrymantle.wordpress.com
Thank you Zelie. The basilica is beautiful, I agree. I think everyone must know at least one person at the March. There were literally thousands of people there. Close to a million, maybe.
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