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Basilica of Our Lady of Peace

1985 CE

World's largest church by area, modelled on St. Peter's Basilica, in…

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Church in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast

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Landmark · Africa

Basilica of Our Lady of Peace

1985 CE – still standing

World's largest church by area, modelled on St. Peter's Basilica, in Yamoussoukro

Standing in 1985 CE

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