St Joseph Cathedral, Hanoi
Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam Christianity
Hanoi’s principal historic Catholic cathedral and a major landmark of the Old Quarter.
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Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Ottawa
Architecturally distinguished Catholic cathedral-basilica and a National Historic Site in Canada’s capital.
Sacred Place Overview
About Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Ottawa
Identity, documented context and sacred significance.
Architecturally distinguished Catholic cathedral-basilica and a National Historic Site in Canada’s capital. The basilica’s evolving nineteenth-century building combines an imposing exterior with elaborate sanctuary furnishings; it stands at 375 Sussex Drive.
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Place TypeCathedral
Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationRoman Catholic
Dedication / Patron SaintVirgin Mary
LocationOttawa, Ontario, Canada
CountryCanada
HeritageNational Historic Site of Canada
Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association
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Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationRoman Catholic
Dedication / Patron SaintVirgin Mary
History & Sacred Tradition
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Historical Record
The basilica’s evolving nineteenth-century building combines an imposing exterior with elaborate sanctuary furnishings; it stands at 375 Sussex Drive.
Sacred Tradition
The Catholic cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady and serves as a major place of diocesan worship.
Architecture & Sacred Complex
National Historic Site of Canada
Worship & Services
Documented worship, observances and practices where available.
Mass
cathedral liturgy
prayer
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- Last checked
- October 15, 2026
- Primary source
- Parks Canada