Saint-Louis-en-l'Isle Church is the mystical and spiritual heart of Saint-Louis Island. The first chapel on the island was built in 1623 and consecrated in honor of the Virgin Mary. In 1634, it was rededicated in honor of Saint Louis, as according to legend, it was here that the king prayed before leaving for the Crusade in Tunis in 1269. The church was built in the 17th century French Baroque style.A particularly revered relic is the icon of the Mother of God of the "Tireless Help" of the Oriental script, before which they pray for deliverance from diseases and fires. ·Organ: In 2005, a new organ made by master B. Obertin, made in the style of North German Baroque, was installed in the church. The instrument consists of 4 thousand pipes, some of which reach lengths of 8 and 11 meters. Unlike many temples in Paris, there is always a peaceful and peaceful atmosphere here, which allows you to feel the real energy of both this Island and this temple....

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