{"id":11903,"date":"2025-03-31T18:37:37","date_gmt":"2025-03-31T16:37:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corsicalovers.fr\/visiter-eglise-saint-marie-majeure-bonifacio\/"},"modified":"2025-04-04T15:05:23","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T13:05:23","slug":"visit-church-saint-marie-majeure-bonifacio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corsicalovers.fr\/en\/visit-church-saint-marie-majeure-bonifacio\/","title":{"rendered":"Church of Sainte-Marie-Majeure (Bonifacio): visit + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

While strolling through the picturesque streets of Bonifacio<\/strong>, don’t miss a visit to theChurch of Sainte-Marie-Majeure<\/strong>! This Romanesque<\/strong> sanctuary is the city’s oldest church<\/strong>, and is well worth a visit for the contrast it offers between its sober facade and its Baroque interiors.In this article, you’ll find a selection of useful tips<\/strong> to help you prepare for your visit.<\/p>\n\n

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This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Why visit the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore?<\/h2>\n\n

Is the church worth it? Our opinion:<\/h3>\n\n

Yes, the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore is well worth a visit. We were seduced by its pure Romanesque architecture, which contrasts with the elegance of its interiors. You’ll be charmed by the loggia, bell tower and baroque furnishings of this place steeped in history.<\/p>\n\n

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Why is the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore famous?<\/h3>\n\n

Eglise Sainte-Marie-Majeure is famous for being Bonifacio’s oldest church. Its typical Romanesque architecture and square bell tower make it an emblematic visual landmark in the city’s skyline.<\/p>\n\n

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WHERE TO STAY<\/span> IN Bonifacio<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Our favorites: neighborhoods and hotels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Option 1: a historic stay in the citadelHotel Spa Genovese<\/strong> – prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Option 2: around the marinaHotel Solemare<\/strong> and its swimming pool with view! – see prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Option 3: in the surrounding scrublandHotel Cala di Greco<\/strong> overlooking the citadel! – see prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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See our list of the 10 best hotels in Bonifacio, with our reviews<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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History in brief<\/h3>\n\n