Asquins

Asquins

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Saint-Père

Saint-Père

29 images

IMG_20210524_165814 The basilica of Vézelay (a former abbey church) was erected in the 12th century on top of a hill to host the relics of Saint Mary Magdalene.
The basilica of Vézelay (a former abbey church) was erected in the 12th century on top of a hill to host the relics of Saint Mary Magdalene.
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P1010701 A nun monastery was originally built in 858 at the bottom of the hill but following its destructions by the Normans in 873 it was rebuilt on top of the hill....
A nun monastery was originally built in 858 at the bottom of the hill but following its destructions by the Normans in 873 it was rebuilt on top of the hill. …
P1010699 In the 12th century, the romanesque narthex and nave were built. Kings visited the church: Richard the Lionheart, Philippe Auguste, Saint Louis (Louis IX of...
In the 12th century, the romanesque narthex and nave were built. Kings visited the church: Richard the Lionheart, Philippe Auguste, Saint Louis (Louis IX of…
IMG_9820-IMG_9825 Romanesque facade of the church. It was restored in the 19th century.
Romanesque facade of the church. It was restored in the 19th century.
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P1010657 Narthex with tympanum from 1120.
Narthex with tympanum from 1120.

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