Our Lady of Victories Basilica
584 Burke Road, Camberwell 3124 .
Summary:
- Constructed between 1913 and 1918.
- Designed by A.A. Fritsch.
- Recognised as a Minor Basilica by the Vatican.
Building Description:
The cruciform Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church in Camberwell is one of the most spectacular suburban churches in Melbourne not built in the Gothic style.
The prominent copper-sheathed dome and cupola with a golden statue of the Virgin Mary gives this building a landmark quality. The exterior features rock-faced masonry which is produced from Waurn Ponds freestone. The entrance to the church is composed of three arches.
One cannot pass down Burke Road without noticing this spectacular building.
The cruciform Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church in Camberwell is one of the most spectacular suburban churches in Melbourne not built in the Gothic style.
The prominent copper-sheathed dome and cupola with a golden statue of the Virgin Mary gives this building a landmark quality. The exterior features rock-faced masonry which is produced from Waurn Ponds freestone. The entrance to the church is composed of three arches.
One cannot pass down Burke Road without noticing this spectacular building.
