Lourdes has several churches associated with the Grotto. There is an underground basilica that seats 25, 000; the new church that is the site of most of the daily masses in many languages and the older chapel which was constructed above the grotto. The grotto itself was a religious experience for us. The peace, serenity and calm that filled my... More

Walking towards the Cathedral you just feel peace. Not to mention the beauty of it as well, such a picture perfect vision. Went around the side to the Grotto where if possible, you feel a stronger sense of inner peace. To actually see the place where Mary appeared....I couldn't comprehend. I'm not a deeply religious guy, but I did feel... More

Since the day we becomes Catholic and know about Lourdes, this is the place we tell ourselves that die die we must come. After years of saving, we finally managed to step onto the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in May 2011. This is the place where no words can express our feeling, because you just dwell yourself into... More

Nowhere in the world can you find peace and quiet, even with thousands of people walking past you. Millions of people come here, to experience a miracle, to receive healing. Holy bath is worth the wait... I cannot say that I was there by chance, I was called, to be there. And I am definitely looking forward to a 2nd... More

On of the most tranquil and peaceful place on earth,always such a pleasure to visit,definitely will come again in the near future More

The visit to Lourdes was super. The atmosphere there has a serenity that envelopes you as soon as you arrive. You cannot help but be touched by the devotion of the millions that throng there in search of a miracle. The cathedral is simple and beautiful. With collages depicting the decades of the rosary, the focus remains on Mother Mary... More

Loved the entire experience : Torchlight procession, visit to Grotto, Stations of the Cross, Baths, Reconciliation, Mass at the Basillica More

I loved the baths open 9-11 and 2-4 and the evening procession which starts at 9 o'clock. The Grotto is special and we were lucky to get Mass here . There is a peace that descends on you when you arrive here . Also it was a privilage to see all the volunteers who look after the sick. More

best place I have ever been to in my life! highly recommend it..... More