The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is an elegant and very large Church, one of the ten-largest in the world in fact. Interestlying, it is “Romanesque-Byzantine in style and its construction is entirely of stone, brick, tile and mortar—without steel structural beams, framework or columns.”1
I was able to visit this Church a few months ago whilst on a visit to DC.
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
The most striking part of this church is it’s size. It’s the largest Catholic Church in North America. Although there are more beautiful churches, it’s size and stateliness give it an appeal all it’s own. If I remember correctly, this picture was taken about half-way up through the Church, which might give you a sense of how truly huge this building is.
