The work of architect Adrien Laforgue, St. Pierre Cathedral was inaugurated on November 17th 1921 by Resident General Hubert Lyautey. The Edifice is located at Sahat Al Joulane (Al Joulane Square) within an architectural ensemble, designed in a circular way. The Cathedral is still in service and the mess is daily celebrated. The Institut Français offices are presently occupying part of the Cathedral’s ancient presbytery. Sahat Al joulane is characterized by buildings around this square which is marked by the Cathedral’s presence.