Thursday, November 17, 2022

LUXEMBOURG ~ Notre-Dame Cathedral - UNESCO ~

... First of two nice Luxembourg's views... the only cathedral  and one of the most beautiful buildings in all of Luxembourg... which is a must visit for anyone interested in architecture and history... this monument you can't miss if you are anywhere near the old city of Luxembourg, as its' tall towers can be seen from all over the city... the architectural design is beautiful, inside as well as outside... a very quiet place of worship... and with a nice selection of stamps used...Thanks Dustin!✿◕ ‿ ◕✿ 
The Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin was originally a Jesuit church, the foundation stone of which was laid in 1613. It is a remarkable instance of late Gothic style, revealing various components and ornaments inspired by Renaissance style. At the end of the 18thC it adopted the picture of the Lady Comforter of the Afflicted, who had the power to work miracles, and who is the patron saint of the city and the country.

50 years later it was consecrated Saint Mary's church and in 1870 Pope Pius IX dedicated the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin. Between 1935 and 1938 it was enlarged.

Luxembourg City, its old quarters, and fortifications were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1994.

Stamps:

2X Fauna of Luxembourg 
(Issued 17-05-2022)

The 100th Anniversary of the Death of Wilhelm Voight, 1849-1822 
(Issued 18-03-2022)

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