The Sanctuaire Marial, also known as the Marian Shrine, in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, is a significant religious site dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It serves as a place of pilgrimage, prayer, and reflection for the local Catholic community and visitors. As a Marian shrine, it is dedicated to the veneration of the Virgin Mary, who holds a special place in the hearts of many Catholics.
St Paul's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in the city of Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The cathedral, which was designed by the Italian architect Aldo Spirito, serves as the mother church for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Abidjan.
Abidjan is the largest city and the former capital of Ivory Coast. As of the 2021 census, Abidjan's population was 6.3 million. A cultural crossroads of West Africa, Abidjan is characterised by a high level of industrialisation and urbanisation. It is the most populous French-speaking city in West Africa.
