ts they wish to discover, it is unlikely that they will mention the Saint-Denis Basilica Cathedral... And yet, it is one of the most beautiful Gothic churches in the Paris region, with stained glass windows and ribbed vaults that rival those of Notre Dame de Paris! The Saint-Denis Basilica, located ...
1- The church of San Salvador In Getaria, it is the silhouette of Mount San Antón that first catches the eye. This mountain is nicknamed "Ratón de Getaria" (the mouse of Getaria) because of its shape. Another must-see landmark is Church of San Salvador (Salbatore Parroki Eliza), which stands i ...
ded its influence and reach across all of Western Europe. It disseminated the Rule of Saint Benedict, advocating prayer, work, and reading. Its abbey church was the largest in all of Western Christendom before the construction of St. Peter's in Rome. After reaching its peak in the 12th century, the ...
1- Visit the church of Saint-Ronan Locronan owes its name to Saint-Ronan, the hermit who founded the town in the 10th century. Today, the commune's church is dedicated to this saint. The church of Saint-Ronan was built in the 15th century by the Dukes of Brittany. This majestic granite building ...
ra, persecuted Christians fleeing Palestine in a rudderless boat. To immerse yourself in this atmosphere of great religious fervor, you can visit the church of Notre Dame de la Mer. This beautiful 14th century Romanesque church houses the relics of the two Marys, Mary Jacoba (sister of the Vir ...
anton Museum where you can admire unique pieces. The museum's collections comprise Neapolitan figurines from the 17th and 18th centuries, as well as church santons from the 19th century created by the Carmelite convent of Avignon. The museum also has creations by famous santon-makers and stages the ...
e arenas before resuming the festivities at the time of the blessing of the horses, scheduled for 10:30 am on the forecourt of the Notre-Dame de la Major church... As I walked along Boulevard Émile Combes, where the market is held on Wednesdays, I could see that the excitement of the gardians' fes ...
capital, Lake Bled is one of the most well-known postcards of Slovenia. With its 11th-century medieval castle perched atop a 130-meter cliff and the Church of the Assumption of Saint Mary situated on an island in the middle of the lake, this site is among the must-see tourist attractions of the cou ...
issance-style facade and features rooms decorated with several chimneys, one of which dates back to 1541. Another monument to see is the Saint-Firmin church, built on the foundations of an old 13th-century church, and whose square tower probably dates back to the 14th century. This tower has the pa ...
only tourist sites in the city. The city of Grasse is also worth a visit for its heritage and monuments such as: - The Romanesque cathedral, an old church transformed into a cathedral in 1244, when the bishopric was transferred from Antibes to Grasse. This church dedicated to Honorat of Arles (Sai ...
reinforce the citadel and the upper town was definitively abandoned by the civilian population. In 1576, the episcopal seat was transferred to the parish church of Sainte-Réparate. The lower city was completely redesigned under the direction of the military engineer Paciotto. During the 17th ...
carving, cutlery, as well as knitting, lace-making, and weaving... What to do in Saint-Véran? History and architecture enthusiasts can visit the village church, classified as a Historical Monument, as well as the numerous chapels open to the public once a week during the summer season. Outside the ...
. It will take you more than a day to visit the essential. Italian art 1) Feast your eyes on The Last Supper. Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper in the church of Santa Maria della Grazie is without a doubt the greatest painting of the Renaissance. It captures that dramatic moment when Jesus is betraye ...
ges of France! Since 1982, this town in Dordogne has been organizing Floralies to promote and embellish its medieval heritage. For the occasion, the church and the castle are beautifully decorated and the streets of the village are adorned with flowers offering a real profusion of colors and scent ...
ical heritage The commune of Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue has much to offer to lovers of old stones and civil or religious architecture. Its 19th-century church was built in Caen stone in a neo-Gothic imitation 13th-century style. This building, opened for worship in 1861, has a characteristic that i ...
mès. Copyright : Audrey Vautherot Less than 5 minutes away on foot, in Rue Neyret, is another secret place with a mysterious allure. The Church of the Good Shepherd is an abandoned church that you will recognize by its walled entrance. You will still see the bell tower of this chu ...
the windows of the art galleries. You can even visit Monet's grave, as the founder of Impressionism is buried in Giverny, in the Cemetery near the church. 2- Les Andelys A few miles from Giverny, the village of Les Andelys is another place that inspired the Impressionist painters, and in part ...
It should be said that the town, classified as a Town of Art and History, has more than 30 historical monuments, including the 12th century Romanesque church of Sainte-Foy and the 13th and 15th century Gothic church of Saint-Georges. 2- Visit the Humanist Library Did you know that the city of S ...
ful old houses, whose old stones are brightened up with plants and flowers. During your stroll through the village, you can discover the 12th century church as well as the old underground stone quarries. The church of Saint Trophime, which has been remodeled many times over the centuries, is plac ...
barony. This is why the village is now part of the Grimaldi historical sites of Monaco (see link below). As for the village's well-preserved Romanesque church, it dates from the 12th century. Don't hesitate to take the Montée du Pourtaou to get a closer look at the church of Saint-Véran, which ...
