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solid and filled with symbolism. They were built from materials made to last in the often times brutal coastal climate. Walls of brick and granite rose above the harbour, marking the way for fishermen returning from the fishing grounds. In a town whose population was once divided along religious lines, individual buildings and clusters thereof are associated with personalities who sat in the seats of religious power and the people who found themselves under their guidance, be they orphans, school children, parents or politicians.
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Catholic Basilica of St. John the Baptist are overpowered by it."
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called for the development of "a management plan for the
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addressed these concerns, stating that added restrictions would not happen, adding, "This doesn't make it any more restrictive than they already are in
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in the future and help bring visitors to the city." Following the announcement, the district was designated as a municipal heritage district by the
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