The Basilica of Saint Lawrence Roman Catholic Church in Asheville North Carolina
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haunted Catholic ChurchThe turn of the 20th century was a time of prosperity for Asheville, and the world-renowned architects and artists employed by wealthy residents like George W. Vanderbilt III left a lasting mark on the city.One of the most distinctive landmarks from this time is the Basilica of Saint Lawrence, located in the heart of the historic district downtown. It was designed in 1905 by the Spanish architect Rafael Guastavino, who came to Asheville to work on Vanderbilt’s Biltmore Estate.
Guastavino fell in love with the area and decided to make the Blue Ridge Mountains home. He also decided that Asheville was in need of a grand Catholic church. With the help of the architect Richard Sharp Smith, who also worked on the Biltmore mansion, and funds raised by Catholics in the community, Guastavino built the architectural marvel that stands today. It is the only basilica in western North Carolina, topped with one of the largest freestanding elliptical domes in the United States.
The Basilica of Saint Lawrence is constructed in Guastavino’s signature Spanish Renaissance Revival style, an ancient building method from Catalonia that the Spanish architect revived and brought to America. It uses masonry materials such as stone, brick, tile, and mortar exclusively—there are no wooden beams or steel in the entire church foundation. Elements of Guastavino’s distinct style can be found in many famous landmarks, including Carnegie Hall, Grant’s Tomb, Grand Central Terminal, the U.S. Supreme Court building, the Boston Public Library, and the American Museum of Natural History.
With its unique exterior and massive dome spanning 58 feet by 82 feet, the Basilica of Saint Lawrence stands out from the surrounding buildings in downtown Asheville. But the interior is a hidden gem, teeming with religious art. Highlights include Italian-made statues, beautiful stained glass windows from Germany, and a frescoed high altar cut from Tennessee marble.
The church was opened in 1909, a year after Guastavino’s death. It was finished by his son, and Guastavino senior is interred in a crypt inside the church. The door of the crypt is another architectural marvel. Guastavino, Jr. covered the door with luster-glazed art tiles that he experimentally developed in his garage.
Nearly a century later, the significance of the work was given the ultimate recognition: It was dedicated as a basilica by the Pope in 1993.
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Basilica of St. Lawrence downtown Asheville is minor basilica of the Roman Catholic Church, one of around 34 in the United States. Considered to bed mother of all churches of Western North Carolina
Lawrence, a deacon who served the church in the third century, was the caretaker of funds and dispenser of alms to those early Christians in need. A faithful disciple of Pope St. Sixtus, martyrdom took place three days after that of the holy Pope.
The Basilica Gift Shop carries a variety of religious items, such as rosaries, medals, sacred images, bibles, candles, and gifts appropriate for sacramental occasions. Open after the Vigil and Sunday Masses, the Gift Shop is typically open on Saturdays from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m., and Sundays from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., 1:00 to 1:30 p.m. and 6:00 to 6:30 p.m.
When volunteers are available, the Gift Shop is also open after the 12:10 p.m. Masses on Wednesdays and Fridays, from 12:45 to 1:00 p.m.
Top Tourist Attractions in Asheville: Travel Guide North Carolina
Top Tourist Attractions and Beautiful Places in Asheville: Travel Guide North Carolina
Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore Estate, Biltmore Gardens, Lexington Glassworks, The North Carolina Arboretum, Basilica of Saint Lawrence, Western North Carolina Nature Center, Grovewood Gallery, Downtown Asheville Art District, Biltmore Estate Winery at Antler Hill Village, New Morning Art Gallery
A Glimpse of Downtown Asheville
Driving into town from the Montford neighborhood on a sunny, summer day. See the Indigo Hotel, the Basilica of Saint Lawrence, shops on Haywood St and people enjoying the town.
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Asheville is 12th largest city in North Carolina. The city's population was about 90,000, according to the 2016 United States census.
Downtown Asheville, 28801 is a great place to be! Our lively city has stunning architecture, fantastic stores, a huge variety of 100 restaurants, exciting museums, fun street performers and many free festivals.
We are turning into Haywood St, which houses award-winning Chocolate Fetish store, which is recognized for fine artisan chocolates
Karen Donatelli Bakery & Café; they specialize in creating beautiful, delicious and personalized deserts.
Pack Memorial Library is located down the street and is the main branch in the Buncombe County Public Library System. The new, 56,000-square foot facility was built in 1978 and renovated in 2012.
The Minor Basilica of St. Lawrence is a minor basilica of the Roman Catholic Church in downtown Asheville, North Carolina, 28801 The church was designed and built-in 1905 by Spanish architect. Pope John Paul II elevated the status of the church to minor basilica in 1993. It is the only basilica in western North Carolina. Its dome has a span of 58 by 82 feet and is presumed to be the largest, freestanding, elliptical dome in North America.
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The Asheville Drum Circle is a free event that’s open to all. During the warmer months, it’s held on Friday nights in Pritchard Park, 28801
The Drum Circle is a free event all about creating harmony, both in music and with one another. The weekly ritual draws hundreds of people together outside during the warm weather months (generally April through October). It's a tradition that began in Asheville in 2001 with just about 10 drummers.
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Exploring Downtown Asheville | What to do in Asheville
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Asheville is a the quirky artsy destination that is not to miss on your way through North Carolina. Come with us as we explore the trendy downtown area, visit the beautiful and awe-inspiring Basilica of St. Lawrence, and possibly the weirdest coffee shop I've ever seen.
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Things to Do in Asheville, NC
We went to Asheville, North Carolina for our anniversary! It was a great way to celebrate our first year together!
What we did:
-Asheville Drum Circle
-Asheville By Foot Walking Tour
-Blue Ridge Parkway
---Craggy Gardens
---Mt. Mitchell
---Linville Falls and Gorge
-Biltmore Estate and Gardens + Antler Hill Villiage and Winery
-Relax and Rejuvenate Massage Therapy
-Grove Arcade
-Basilica of St. Lawrence
-Thomas Wolfe Site and Museum
-Broad Street Chocolate Factory and Tasting Room
Local places we ate:
-The Gourmet Chip Company
-Copper River Grill
-Biltmore Creamery
-The Jackson Underground Cafe
Our Travel Playlist:
Splashville
Girls playing in fountains
Cathedral Of All Souls - Asheville, NC
A look inside and outside of the Cathedral of All Souls in Biltmore Village in Asheville, NC.
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Highlights include Patton Ave - College St - Church St - Biltmore Ave - Broadway - Lexington Ave - Haywood St - Page Ave - Battery Park Ave - Wall St.
Asheville is a city in and the county seat of Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States.[5] It is the largest city in Western North Carolina, and the 11th largest city in North Carolina. The city's population was 83,393 according to the 2010 United States census.[6] It is the principal city in the four-county Asheville metropolitan area, with a population of 424,858 in 2010.[7] Asheville is home to the United States National Climatic Data Center (NCDC), the world's largest active archive of weather data.
Nationwide Recognition
Asheville pops up on national rankings for a variety of things: a New Age Mecca (CBS News' Eye On America, 1996),[29] the New Freak Capital of the U.S. (Rolling Stone, 2000), one of The 50 Most Alive Places To Be (Modern Maturity, 2000),[30] the Happiest City for Women (Self, 2002),[31] one of the Best Places to Reinvent Your Life (AARP Magazine, 2003),[32] one of the Best Outside Towns (Outside Magazine, 2006),[33] one of the Top Seven Places to Live in the U.S. (Frommer's, 2007),[34] one of the 10 Most Beautiful Places in America (Good Morning America, 2011),[35] one of the 25 Best Places for Business and Careers (Forbes, 2012), and one of 20 Great Cities For Writers (Flavorwire, 2013).[36] Asheville has been listed as one of the Top 25 Small Cities for Art in AmericanStyle magazine's annual list from 2000 to 2012[37] and has reigned the champion Beer City USA each year from 2009 to 2012. Dozens of micro breweries dot the downtown and major producers, including New Belgium Brewing Company (opening 2015) are in the process of building in or near the city.
In his 2008 book, The Geography of Bliss, author Eric Weiner cited Asheville as one of the happiest places in the United States.
Recent national accolades:[38] The 9 Most Romantic Cities in the South. The Huffington Post, March 2015 America's Best Beer Cities Conde Nast Traveler, January 2015 Best city in America for locavores The Daily Meal, 2014 The hippie capital of the South Huffington Post, 2014 #1 most popular city for retirement out of 900+ U.S. cities TopRetirements.com, 2014 #1 town to live and work in as a movie maker MovieMaker magazine, 2014 One of 6 top Alternative Travel Destinations for 2014 Men's Journal and Business Insider, 2014 One of 20 cities you should visit in your 20s Huffington Post, 2014 #1 of 12 Dreamy Towns for Vegan Living VegNews, 2013 One of 10 Tastiest Towns in the South Southern Living, 2013 Hippest City in the South Fodor's The Carolinas & Georgia, 2013 One of America's Best River Towns Outside, 2012 #1 Beer City USA Imbibe Magazine online poll, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 Most Romantic Place in USA and Canada About.com Readers Choice Poll, 2012 Top 10 Great Sunny Places to Retire AARP Magazine, 2012 10 Fantastically Yoga-Friendly Destinations Yoga Journal, 2011
Asheville and the surrounding mountains are also popular in the autumn when fall foliage peaks in October. The scenic Blue Ridge Parkway runs through the area and near the Biltmore Estate.
Points of interest
BB&T Building, tallest structure in Asheville
Biltmore Estate
Biltmore Park Town Square
Blue Ridge Parkway
Botanical Gardens at Asheville
Grove Park Inn
Jackson Building, first skyscraper in western North Carolina
McCormick Field
Moog Music
National Climatic Data Center (NCDC)
North Carolina Arboretum
Smith-McDowell House
Thomas Wolfe House
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Art galleries
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Asheville is a city in western North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s known for a vibrant arts scene and historic architecture, including the dome-topped Basilica of Saint Lawrence. The vast 19th-century Biltmore estate displays artwork by masters like Renoir. The Downtown Art District is filled with galleries and museums, and in the nearby River Arts District, former factory buildings house artists' studios.
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Red Roof Inn Asheville West - Asheville Hotels, North Carolina
Red Roof Inn Asheville West2Asheville,North Carolina Within US Travel Directory Located in Asheville, this North Carolina motel offers free WiFi access.
Guests can explore the surroundings, which include the Biltmore Estate, which is 10 minutes’ drive away from the property.
A flat-screen cable TV is featured in each room at Red Roof Inn Asheville West.
A desk and an en suite bathroom are included in all accommodations.
Some rooms have a microwave and small refrigerator.
A 24-hour front desk, a vending machine with snacks and drink, and daily maid service are offered at the Asheville West Red Roof Inn.
For convenience, the property offers free on-site parking.
Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures is 7.
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Basilica of Saint Lawrence is 10 minutes’ drive away.
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5 km away from this Red Roof Inn.
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