Orcival (; Auvergnat: ''Orsivau'') is a commune in the Puy-de-Dôme

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in Auvergne in central France. The 12th-13th century basilica of Notre Dame is a listed monument. It contains many ancient religious objects, including a 12th century procession statue of the Virgin and Child. The village of Orcival is located in the Vale of Silouet, 26 km. from Clermont-Ferrand, west of Mont-Domes and north of Mont-Dore.

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“Notre Dame d'Orcival.” All About Mary. International Marian Research Institute

The International Marian Research Institute at the University of Dayton

The Marian Library at the University of Dayton, repository of books, periodicals, artwork, and artifacts on Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ
Communes of Puy-de-Dôme {{PuyDôme-geo-stub

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