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Eglise Catholique Belair

RN 4

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Eglise Catholique Belair

The Eglise Catholique Belair is a historic Catholic church located in Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

History

  • The construction of the Eglise Catholique Belair began in the early 20th century, with the completion date reportedly around 1920. The architectural style of the church is characteristic of colonial-era Catholic architecture in Africa.

Architecture

The church features a striking example of Gothic Revival architecture, with pointed arches and ribbed vaults. Notable features include the imposing stone façade and the ornate wooden pews.

Location

The Eglise Catholique Belair is situated on RN 4 in Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The church serves as a place of worship for the local Catholic community.

Notable Features

  • The church also features a set of bells that are believed to have been installed in the 1920s.

Heritage Status

The Eglise Catholique Belair has been recognized as a historic site by local authorities, although no specific designation or listing is mentioned.

Visiting Information

The church's opening hours are not publicly available. However, it is reportedly accessible to visitors during daylight hours.

Notable Artworks or Relics

Unfortunately, no notable artworks or relics are reported to be housed within the Eglise Catholique Belair.

Details

NameEglise Catholique Belair
CityBeni
CountryDemocratic Republic Of The Congo
Coordinates0.5025031, 29.494259
Current useplace of worship for the local Catholic community
Accessibletrue