Lourdes: The underground Basilica of Saint Pius X, a hidden masterpiece

The Basilica of Saint Pius X, buried beneath the Sanctuary of Lourdes, can hold 20,000 worshippers.

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The fact

Built in 1958, it is one of the largest underground religious buildings in the world.

Its unique architecture and acoustics make it a major pilgrimage site.

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