Largest church in the world the Basilica of Yamoussoukro photo set
epa08534863 A general view of the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast, 08 July 2020.Construction began on the Basilica in 1985 and was finished in 1990, the complex had cost over $300 million at the time, which matched half the national budget deficit which enraged humanitarians as much of the country is still underdeveloped and a high rate of poverty exists. The Basilica, which is modeled after St. Peter?s Basilica in Rome, stands as the tallest church in the world. The complex is over 30,000 square meters and the dome rises over 500 feet into the air and can accommodate 18,000 worshippers. EPA/LEGNAN KOULA
