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Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis
Discover the very first masterpiece of monumental Gothic art at Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis. For a fascinating look at a royal necropolis, you can peruse the rare collection, featuring 70 carved tombs and recumbent statues from the 12th century, the only complete set of its kind in Europe. Twelfth- and 19th-century stained-glass panels cast multicolored rays on the statues. This was a pilgrimage site, a coronation site for many queens, and the burial site of many nobles and royals, including all but three of France's kings. Put Basilica Cathedral of Saint-Denis and other Saint-Denis attractions into our Saint-Denis trip planner, and watch your holiday take shape.
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The birthplace of Gothic is presently undergoing an extensive (and long overdue) restoration that renders certain areas inaccessible -- most notably and regrettably Abbe Suget's entire high altar...
The birthplace of Gothic is presently undergoing an extensive (and long overdue) restoration that renders certain areas inaccessible -- most notably and regrettably Abbe Suget's entire high altar... more »
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I recommend the audio tour to help make sense of the history even though it’s not super well done. The statues of the kings are beautiful and the history is interesting if sad because the Revolution..... more
I recommend the audio tour to help make sense of the history even though it’s not super well done. The statues of the kings are beautiful and the history is interesting if sad because the Revolution..... more »
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It is one of the great historical place in Paris. Inside the church contains with many kings and queens of France such Louis XIV, Marie Antoinette and Catherine de Medici. And it’s stunning with stained glasses.
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It is one of the greatest cathedrals in the Paris area. Its gorgeous stained glass and the graves of the french monarchy make you feel the history around you. This place has the capability to resize the proportion of human beings. It definitely worth a visit and it is easy to reach from downtown with the Paris Métro Line 13.
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