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Vitals of the Oratory

Seating capacity in the Basilica: 3,000
Standing capacity in the Basilica: 10,000

Seating capacity in the Crypt Church: 1,000

Number of steps leading up to the Oratory from the street: 283

Height of the exterior dome above street level: 155 m
Height of the exterior dome above sea level: 263 m (it is the highest point in Montreal)

St. Joseph's Oratory attracts many pilgrims every year with its peaceful atmosphere and simplistic contours.

Considered to be a place where miracles occur, the Oratory welcomes pilgrims from all walks of life to find inner piece and who are in search of God.


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