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Basilica Definition
A basilica was the architectural shape used for early Roman court buildings, and subsequently early Christian churches. Basilicas are rectangular in shape and have a number of columns fixed in a longitudinal axis to hold the cover.  The columns create rows and aisles in what is usually a large, open, rectangular room. Today, the Catholic Church designates important, ceremonial church buildings as "Catholic Basilicas." These grandiose buildings have become popular tourist attractions. 

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