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St. Michel

Chemin Hollandais Coast Road

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St. Michel (Grand Gaube VCA)
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St. Michel

The St. Michel is a Roman Catholic parish church located on Chemin Hollandais Coast Road in Grand Gaube VCA, Mauritius.

Overview

The St. Michel is a Roman Catholic parish church located on Chemin Hollandais Coast Road in Grand Gaube VCA, Mauritius.

History

  1. Although the current church was built in 1852, and originally dedicated to the Irish Saint Columba, the parish was founded in 1644, with a chapel constructed on the same site by the Jesuits.

Architecture

The St. Michel's architecture is characterized as Catholic Revival style. The building was designed by Q3184243.

Location

The church is situated between Chemin Hollandais Coast Road to the south and the College of Jesus and Mary of Sillery to the north, and is part of the Grand Gaube VCA in Mauritius.

Religious Significance

As a Catholic parish church, the St. Michel serves as a place of worship for the local community.

Notable Features

The church features an organ and bells, although specific details about these are not available.

Heritage Status

The church is reportedly part of the Grand Gaube VCA in Mauritius, but no further information is available on its heritage status.

Visiting Information

The opening hours and accessibility of the St. Michel are not specified.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No notable artworks or relics are mentioned in the available data.

Details

NameSt. Michel
CityGrand Gaube VCA
CountryMauritius
Coordinates-20.009466, 57.670906
ArchitectQ3184243
Current useA place of worship for the local community.