It’s not France, this is the most beautiful French church in Chongqing.

The largest Catholic church in the southwest It is also one of the best preserved Catholic churches. I would like to call it the most beautiful church in Chongqing Chongqing Bishan-Lourdes Church Lourdes Church was first built by a French missionary in 1890 during the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty. It was destroyed in the anti-foreign movement in 1898. Reconstruction began in 1902 and church activities resumed until after 1949. The architectural style of Lourdes Church is not pure Gothic. Some Chinese architectural elements were incorporated during the construction process. For example, the stone slabs and green tile eaves that are often seen in Chinese architecture are very common in Lourdes Church. The main buildings of the church are the bishop's building, bell tower, teaching building, and front and back gardens, which are connected by corridors. Today, Lourdes Church has become a great place to take photos and check in with its French romantic Gothic and Chinese and Western architecture. Sometimes it is also the most beautiful place for newlyweds to hold weddings. It is definitely a good choice to take a break here on a weekend! ✅Around Lourdes Church: Zhengxing Town, right next to a local town where you can stop and stroll around! Jintang Lake, Lourdes Church is right by the lake, and the scenery along the way is nice 🚉How to get there: Away from the city, only self-driving is recommended! 📍Detailed address: Address: No. 53 Xingwang Street, Zhengxing Town, Bishan District, Chongqing