The Sacré-Coeur, one of the most visited and photographed monuments in Paris, is soon to be classified as a historical monument, according to Karen Taïeb, the heritage assistant. The file had been postponed due to the commemorations of the 150th anniversary of the Commune.
One of the most visited Parisian monuments
At the next city council meeting in mid-October, Parisian elected officials will vote to authorize the State to classify the famous basilica as a historic monument, the highest level of protection.
In 2020, the heritage assistant obtained registration as a historic monument, the first level of protection, for the white stone church perched on the Montmartre hill, the most visited in the capital after Notre-Dame.
The Sacred Heart: 67th out of 91
Out of 96 religious buildings belonging to the City, the Sacré-Coeur will only be the 67th to obtain its classification while the campaign for their protection began in 2011.