Casablanca Cathedral

The Casablanca Cathedral, or Church of the Sacred Heart, is a former church located in Casablanca, Morocco.

Overview

The Casablanca Cathedral was constructed in 1930. The former church ceased its religious function in 1956, after the independence of Morocco. It subsequently became a cultural centre which is open to visitors. It has hosted numerous art exhibitions. The Institut Français in Casablanca organized an electronic music night inside the nave of the former church on October 10, 2015.
The church was designed by French architect Paul Tournon, in the Art Deco style. It is commonly referred to as a cathedral, although in reality, it has never technically been one as it was never the seat of a bishop.