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Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption

Cincinnati, OH
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Ranked #6 of 68 attractions in Cincinnati
Type: Religious Sites
Description: A gothic cathedral that has a design similar to Notre Dame in Paris.
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Covington, Kentucky
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36 reviews 36 reviews
18 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

This building has an interesting past which I encourage you to check out before stopping by...the windows, the design, the beauty all require you to stop and look closer. As the sun sets into the windows its beauty radiates inside

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

The stain glass windows are breathtaking! You would just have to see them to believe how gorgeous they truly are. When we walked in, we were greeted by a very nice lady with a smile and told to look around as long as we wanted. A stop here is well worth the visit.

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Burlington, Kentucky
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72 reviews 72 reviews
15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

If you are visiting Cincinnati just cross over one of the bridges and visit this beauty of a church. This cathedral is absolutely wonderful. Architecture and the stained glass in this church is worth the visit alone. Pipe organ and music by the choirs are not to be missed on Sundays.

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Naperville, Illinois
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21 reviews 21 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013

The architecture, art, stained glass and wood carvings in this basilica are absolutely worth seeing. We were shocked that it is only about one century old, as it rivals the European churches that are many, many centuries older. Easy, free parking, with free self-guided tour.

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Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

I can't start to explain how beautiful this is!! You must take the time to go see it. It is open where you can just go in and spend as much time as you desire. It is confusing to find because there are so many one way streets. But do not give up, it is worth it!

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Taylor Mill, Kentucky
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31 reviews 31 reviews
9 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2013

So many beautiful things to see. Make sure you go inside and then check out the gargoyles on the corners of the roof!

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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81 reviews 81 reviews
50 attraction reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

I don't know about services or anything but we brought my mother-in-law here when she visited and she loved it. It really is quite a sight to see whether you're Catholic or not.

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Henderson, Kentucky
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3 attraction reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2012

grew up in the area and my cousin got married here this church is one of a kind very very beautiful you just gotta see...

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Rochester, New York
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71 reviews 71 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 8, 2012

Beautiful and sacred place of worship. It's said to resemble Notre Dame in Paris I didn't quite see the connection but it is a piece of art on its own.

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Middletown, Ohio
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28 reviews 28 reviews
21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2012

I had the honor of meeting the Arch Bishop when my brother was ordained. As cathedrals go it is good. But nothing like Rome.

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