Saint Pierre Chanel Basilica at Poï

The story behind the place

At Poï, the large basilica and a separate chapel form a sanctuary dedicated to Saint Pierre Chanel. The basilica’s broad frontage rises in stages to a narrow pinnacle, with blue columns and pink details below. The territorial tourism service describes Poï as a place of pilgrimage and remembrance. Its island setting is Futuna, across the sea from Wallis.

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