Sainte Jeanne d'Arc Church, Nice

This is one of the local Roman Catholic parishes located in the city. The building pays tribute to their favorite saint, Joan of Arc. It is also one of the most unusual style churches that you will find anywhere in France, because the overall design is a radical departure from the more classical churches to be found elsewhere in town. In fact, the church is still quite controversial among the locals, often being described as a “bee hive shape.” There is beautiful white stone that has been used in the construction of the building also, which has led to the other nickname for this place: the Meringue.

In terms of pure style, this is a great example of art deco. The construction of this place started in 1914, and was led by the famous Frenchman Jacques Droz. Two crypts were built over time. In 1932, a basement was added over these structures, and the three large domes were added later. The height of the largest dome reaches 84 feet into the air. It accentuates the large steeple, which towers above the city of Nice at over 200 feet. On the inside, you will find some beautiful artwork by Eugene Klementieff, who painted the Stations of the Cross into a fresco.