Travel Reference
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Palais Rontaunay
(Rue Rontaunay)
Built in 1854, the much-photographed Palais Rontaunay is a bourgeois villa
which has preserved the elegant style of the 19th century.
HISTORIC BUILDING
Maison Deramond-Barre
HISTORIC BUILDING
(15 Rue de Paris)
This colonial structure dating from the 1830s was the family home of former
French prime minister Raymond Barre and the birthplace of the poet and painter Léon Di-
erx. It's well worth a peek for its well-preserved architecture and harmonious proportions.
Mosquée Noor E Islam
MOSQUE
(121 Rue Maréchal Leclerc; 9am-noon & 2-4pm except prayer times)
One of St-Denis' most iconic
buildings, the Grande Mosquée dominates the centre with its tall minaret. Its cool white-
and-green interior is a haven of peace. The Islamic community in St-Denis is very tradi-
tional, so if you wish to visit, dress and behave with respect.
Cathédrale de St-Denis
(Place de la Cathédrale)
Ambling down Ave de la Victoire, you'll come across the fairly unas-
suming, Tuscan-style Cathédrale de St-Denis.
CHURCH
Pagode Guan Di
(Rue Sainte-Anne; 8.30-11am Mon, Wed & Sun)
Blink and you'll miss this discreet pagoda, which
is used by the Chinese community.
BUDDHIST
Tamil Temple
HINDU
(Kovil Kalikambal Temple; 259 Rue Maréchal Leclerc)
St-Denis' small but wildly colourful Hindu
temple stands out among a row of shops on a busy road. Visitors are not allowed inside
the temple.
Musée Léon Dierx
MUSEUM
