About
The Basilique Notre-Dame de la Paix, also known as the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace of Yamoussoukro, is a large Catholic basilica in Yamoussoukro, the capital city of Ivory Coast. It stands in West Africa and is one of the country's most recognisable landmarks, often visited for its striking dome and its modern architecture.
What to expect
The basilica is a place of worship as well as an attraction, so visitors are asked to dress and behave with the respect a Catholic church calls for. Its size and its distinctive dome make it a memorable sight from the outside, and many people come simply to look at the building and its setting in the city.
Planning your visit
- Location: Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire
- Type of visit: A religious building and architectural attraction
- Contact: +225-30-64-03-25
Because the basilica is part of a working religious community, it is worth checking with the contact number above before you go, particularly if you plan to attend a service or photograph the interior. Yamoussoukro itself is the political capital of Ivory Coast, so a visit to the basilica can be combined with other sights in the city and a wider look at the country.