Saint Augustin Basilica
The St Augustin Basilica (; ) is a Catholic basilica and pro-cathedral located in Annaba, Algeria. It is dedicated to Saint Augustine of Hippo. History Construction of the basilica began in 1881 and finished on March 29, 1900, led by Abbe Pougnet. The church was dedicated April 24, 1914 and dedicated to Saint Augustine of Hippo. It was built not far from the remains of the Basilica Pacis built by Saint Augustine, where he died while the city was besieged by Vandals. The statue of St. Augustine in the basilica contains one of his arm bones. It is under the circumscription of the Diocese of Constantine. Architecture The Basilica was built with Stones imported from France. Its Carrara marble, breathtaking stained glass and massive arches depict Roman, Byzantine and Arab architecture style influences. External links GCatholic.org Lonely Planet Images of the Basilica of St Augustin in Manar al-Athar digital heritage and photo archive References Buildings and structures in Annaba Basilica churches in Algeria Roman Catholic churches completed in 1900 19th-century Roman Catholic church buildings in Algeria Catholic Church in Algeria Roman Catholic cathedrals in Algeria Tourist attractions in Annaba Province 20th-century Roman Catholic church buildings in Algeria