History A French priest named Colombert, started constructing this famous Cathedral on October 7th, 1877. The architectural plan of the Notre Dame Cathedral was based on a French design and was executed under the instructions of a renowned French engineer, Baurad. The cost of the construction amounted to 2,500,000 francs. According to the history of the cathedral, the construction materials of this church were imported from France Notre Dame. Notre Dame was christened “Basilica” on December 7th and 8th, 1959, following the approval of The Holy See of the Vatican. Features - The famous cathedral of the Ho Chi Minh City with its neo-Romanesque facade reminds you the days of French rule in the city. This facade with three arches gives an indication of the cathedral’s internal structure. - The Virgin Mary statue, placed within the small garden, in front of the cathedral, adds to its grandeur. - The stained glass windows, which used to adorn the Notre Dame Cathedral, were lost during World War II. Those fascinating windows have never been restored. - The interior decoration of the cathedral is relatively humble and makes a sharp contrast with other French cathedrals. But its cool interior gives you great relief from the outside heat. Its tranquil set up is ideal for quiet contemplation. - The 40-meter tall twin spires crowned with iron squires will surely impress you. - Located at the beautiful Paris Square in the center of the city, this late 19th century cathedral has been a prominent feature of the city’s skyline. - The services offered by the Notre Dame Cathedral attract huge crowd. It remains crowded by the catholic followers of the city particularly during the Sunday Mass. - The church is also popular for its New Year and Christmas celebrations. - The cathedral remains open from 9:30 am to 11 am for the Sunday Mass. The address of the cathedral is mentioned below: - Notre Dame Cathedral - The Paris Commune Square, - District 1 - Ho Chi Minh City No admission is charged in this cathedral. However donations are appreciated. When you are in Ho Chi Minh City, you cannot afford to miss the famous Notre Dame Cathedral, the catholic center of Vietnam.
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