Chartres Cathedral, France
From series “Gothic Architecture – Magnificent Monuments”
The amazing Chartres Cathedral also never ceases to amaze with its unique Gothic appearance. It was built in 1194. The main part of the huge cathedral was built in 1250. Many elements of the building's architecture have remained unchanged since then. The ancient cathedral is an important center of pilgrimage. An important catholic relic is located in it. This is the Holy Shroud of the Virgin Mary. It is believed that this shroud was on Mary at the time when she gave birth to Jesus.
Many interesting events have been associated with the cathedral since its construction. The entire city was almost completely in ruins after a major fire in 1134. The church that was located on the site of the cathedral was almost untouched by fire. The sacred shroud was already kept in the church at this time. Residents regarded this amazing event as a sign from above. The miraculous rescue of the relic from the fire prompted residents to build a new cathedral.
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Fuel station: 'Intermarché - Mainvilliers - Cedib SA' in 1.3 km
Supermarket: 'Marché de chartres' in 0.09 km
Parking: 'Parking Cathédrale' in 0.11 km
Apotheek: 'Pharmacie Desprez Buis' in 0.24 km
Police station: 'Police station' in 0.89 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Esprit Gourmand' in 0.06 km
Railway station: 'Gare de Chartres' in 0.34 km
Nearest airports:
» Toussus Le Noble Airport TNF - in 56 km
» Orly Airport ORY - in 74 km
» Pontoise Airport POX - in 80 km
» Le Breuil Airport XBQ - in 87 km
» Paris - Le Bourget Airport LBG - in 89 km
» Toussus Le Noble Airport TNF - in 56 km
» Orly Airport ORY - in 74 km
» Pontoise Airport POX - in 80 km
» Le Breuil Airport XBQ - in 87 km
» Paris - Le Bourget Airport LBG - in 89 km
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Maunoury Citybreak
Located in 0 km from Chartres Cathedral
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Rooms: 3
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A hairdryer is provided in all of the rooms, which are also equipped with free toiletries and electric kettle. The suite also includes a fully … More: photo, rates and booking
ibis Chartres Ouest Luce
Located in 2 km from Chartres Cathedral
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Rooms: 74
Route on the map:
Rooms: 74
All of the rooms feature a large desk, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a wardrobe. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath or a shower, a … More: photo, rates and booking
Couett'hotel Chartres Mainvilliers
Located in 3 km from Chartres Cathedral
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Rooms: 30
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Rooms: 30
All rooms feature a desk and a flat-screen TV. A private bathroom with a shower is also provided. Some rooms are suitable for guests with reduced … More: photo, rates and booking
Le Temple
Located in 14 km from Chartres Cathedral
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Rooms: 5
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Rooms: 5
All of the rooms at Le Hameau du Temple are decorated with wooden furniture and feature a private entrance. Each room also includes a bathroom with a … More: photo, rates and booking
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Top destination around Chartres Cathedral - Chartres
Chartres got an upgraded status at the end of the 20s of the 16th century. It became a duchy during the reign of Francis I. In the 1870s, when France was in a war with Prussia, German troops occupied the city and stayed in Chartres for a long time. During World War II, Chartres suffered from numerous bombings. Naturally, they caused many deaths among civilians and many buildings were destroyed by bombs thrown from airplanes. The cathedral is the only major landmark that has survived.
Do you want to learn more about Chartres? The best way to do this is to visit the major attractions of the city. Chartres Cathedral is the first landmark that many tourists prefer to visit. The construction of the gorgeous building started yet at the end of the 12th century and lasted 31 years. This is one of the best-preserved Gothic cathedrals in the country. The cathedral consists of a basilica with three naves and two adjacent towers in the western part of the building.
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Do you want to learn more about Chartres? The best way to do this is to visit the major attractions of the city. Chartres Cathedral is the first landmark that many tourists prefer to visit. The construction of the gorgeous building started yet at the end of the 12th century and lasted 31 years. This is one of the best-preserved Gothic cathedrals in the country. The cathedral consists of a basilica with three naves and two adjacent towers in the western part of the building.
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