Quand a été construite l'église Notre-Dame de l'Assomption de Sinnamary ?

L'église a été construite entre 1928 et 1937 sur les plans du père Leroy, en béton armé et de style néogothique. Elle est classée monument historique depuis 1997.

Quelle est la hauteur du clocher de l'église de Sinnamary ?

Le clocher mesure 56 mètres de haut. C'est l'élément le plus visible de l'église : il est de forme octogonale et surmonté d'une flèche.

Que voir à l'intérieur de l'église Notre-Dame de l'Assomption ?

L'intérieur est richement décoré : des vitraux représentent des scènes de la vie de la Vierge Marie, et le chœur abrite une grande statue de la Vierge Marie ainsi qu'un orgue de 30 jeux.

Où se situe l'église Notre-Dame de l'Assomption ?

L'église se trouve avenue Constantin Verderosa, dans la ville de Sinnamary, en Guyane française.

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L'église Notre-Dame de l'Assomption

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Overview

Located in the town of Sinnamary, French Guiana, Notre-Dame de l'Assomption church is one of the most important religious monuments in the department. Listed as a historic monument since 1997, it bears witness to the Catholic presence in French Guiana since the 17th century. It is built in reinforced concrete in a neo-Gothic style.

Why Visit

The church is an important place of worship for Catholics in French Guiana, as well as a pilgrimage site dedicated to the Assumption of Mary. Its neo-Gothic architecture features pointed arches, coloured stained-glass windows and sculptures. The interior is richly decorated: stained-glass windows depict scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary, while the chancel houses a large statue of the Virgin and a 30-stop organ.

History and Architecture

The church was built between 1928 and 1937 to designs by Father Leroy. It has a central nave and two side aisles, as well as a 56-metre bell tower. This tower — the most prominent feature of the building — is octagonal in shape and topped with a spire. The church was listed as a historic monument in 1997.

Getting There

Notre-Dame de l'Assomption church is located on Avenue Constantin Verderosa in the town of Sinnamary.

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Location

Sinnamary · Guyane

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Frequently asked questions

When was Notre-Dame de l'Assomption church in Sinnamary built?+

The church was built between 1928 and 1937 to designs by Father Leroy, in reinforced concrete in a neo-Gothic style. It has been a listed historic monument since 1997.

How tall is the bell tower of Sinnamary church?+

The bell tower is 56 metres tall. It is the most prominent feature of the church: octagonal in shape and topped with a spire.

What is there to see inside Notre-Dame de l'Assomption?+

The interior is richly decorated: stained-glass windows depict scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary, and the chancel houses a large statue of the Virgin as well as a 30-stop organ.

Where is Notre-Dame de l'Assomption church?+

The church is located on Avenue Constantin Verderosa in the town of Sinnamary, French Guiana.