A basilica is a type of large, public building that was originally used for religious purposes. The term 'basilica feature' refers to the various components that make up a basilica, such as pews (3 letters), CUPOLA (6 letters), NAVE (4 letters), APSE (4 letters), AISLE (5 letters) and ALTAR (5 letters). Pews are long benches that are used for seating in a church. A CUPOLA is a dome-like structure that is often placed on top of a building. The NAVE is the main area of a church where the congregation sits. An APSE is a semicircular recess at the end of a church. An AISLE is a passageway between rows of seats in a church. Finally, an ALTAR is a raised platform at the front of a church where religious ceremonies take place.