Marseille Cathedral: historical style, completed in 1893

#100 Ways to Travel The Marseille Cathedral is located in the second district of Marseille, adjacent to the Old Port. The church is very majestic when viewed from the sea. The use of different shades of stone and marble sets the cathedral apart from other contemporary churches. The Cathedral of Marseille was designed in the historicist style of the 19th century. It adopted eclectic and revived approaches to various past styles. It not only followed the Byzantine architectural tradition, such as the Byzantine church in Istanbul, so it looks somewhat similar. The cathedral was completed in 1893. Its features include a typical Byzantine-style striped facade design; a colorful interior decorated with gold, bronze, marble, etc.; and designs such as mosaics, statues, and stained glass windows.