Notre-Dame de la Garde, translated as Our Lady of the Guard is a Catholic basilica located in the city of Marseille in France. The basilica is constructed in the Neo-Byzantine style and is on the highest point in Marseille, located on the south side of the Old Port of Marseille. The bell tower supports a statue of the Virgin Mary in bronze with gold leaf, who watches out for sailors, fisherman and the city of Marseille. As one of the most popular areas to visit in Marseille, Notre-Dame de la Garde provides a panoramic view of the city of Marseiile, Old Port, the Mediterranean, mountains and nearby islands.
A view of Notre-Dame de la Garde from Old Porte.
The stairs leading up to Notre-Dame de la Garde.
The bell tower of Notre-Dame de la Garde.
The Virgin and Child Of Notre-Dame de la Garde.
A View Of The City Of Marseille And The Mediterranean
A statue of Christ at Notre-Dame de la Garde.
A view of the city of Marseille and the Mountains.
A view of the city of Marseille from Notre Dame de la Garde.
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