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Basilica of St. Lawrence
Basilica of St. Lawrence Review
A collaboration of Biltmore House-head architect Richard Sharp Smith and the Spanish engineer-architect Rafael Gustavin, this elaborate Catholic basilica was completed in 1909. It follows a Spanish-Renaissance design, rendered in brick and polychrome tile, and has a large, self-supporting dome with Catalan-style vaulting. Groups of five or more can request a guided tour by filling out the form on the church's website; walk-in, self-guided tours are available any time the church is open (free brochures available in vestibule).
- Address: 97 Haywood St., Downtown, Asheville, NC, 28801 | Map It
- Phone: 828/252-6042
- Cost: Free, donations requested
- Hours: Daily, hours vary
- Website: www.saintlawrencebasilica.org
- Location: Asheville
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