The Building of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart

By HermioneE11

  • Foundations

    In 1875, the foundation stone of teh Basilica of the Sacred Heart was laid.

  • Consecration

    In 1891, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart was consecrated.

  • Construction Complete

    In 1914, the construction of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart was completed.

  • Recognised as a Basilica

    In 1919, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart was recognised as a Basilica and opened to the public - at the end of World War I.