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St. Louis Cathedral

Iconic Catholic landmark and oldest cathedral in continuous use in the U.S., known for its French colonial architecture and central spires.

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Designed by Paris-born architect, Jacques de Pouilly, in the height of the antebellum Louisiana, the St. Louis Cathedral stands as one of the most grandiose cathedrals in the U.S. Distinguished by its castle-esque appearance and three steeples, this towering French romanticist chapel is a New Orleans must-see.

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