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Tournai Cathedral: Why These Five Towers Are a Statement in Stone
Discover why the Cathedral Notre-Dame of Tournai has five identical towers. We asked expert Francis Vandeputte. He shares his insided knowledge with us!
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Unveiling the Secrets of the Sint-Servaas Basilica – Expert Pieternel Coenen on 16 Centuries of History
Discover the hidden history of Maastricht’s Sint-Servaas Basilica with expert Pieternel Coenen. From medieval kings to sacred relics, explore 16 centuries of faith, power, and art inside the Netherlands’ oldest church.
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Lisbon Cathedral: What Lies Beneath
Lisbon Cathedral: built on Moorish foundations? Discover hidden Islamic influences, earthquake scars, and a dramatic history in the heart of Lisbon.
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Beauvais Cathedral: Gothic Ambition That Reached for Heaven
Why was Beauvais Cathedral never finished? Let Aldéric Carpentier (guide and volunteer) take you through this story of ambition, disaster, and hope.
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The Grote Kerk of Breda: A Brabant Gothic Masterpiece
The Grote Kerk is not only a Gothic monument, it’s a place full of stories just waiting to be told.
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Why Sens Cathedral, Not Saint-Denis, Is the World’s First Gothic Cathedral
When you think of France’s grand cathedrals, names like Notre-Dame de Paris, Chartres, or Reims probably come to mind. But have you ever heard of Sens? Actually: it’s the world’s first Gothic cathedral!
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Discovering Laon: Secrets of the Cathedral Notre-Dame
We spoke to a local guide, Lucie Legroux, who revealed the secrets of this hidden gem in northern France.
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From Ruin to Radiance in Saint-Malo: Exploring Saint-Vincent Cathedral
If you’ve recently watched the film All the Light We Cannot See, you’ve undoubtedly been struck by the dramatic history of Saint-Malo. This is the story of Saint-Vincent Cathedral, told by expert guide Jeanne Bernard.
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Amiens Cathedral: Tips from the Expert Guide
In the heart of Amiens stands a masterpiece of Gothic architecture: the Cathedral of Notre-Dame. To truly appreciate the grandeur of this impressive building, it’s best to listen to Pascale Engel, a passionate guide who has been leading visitors through the cathedral and other historical sites in the city since 2004. Today, she shares her knowledge with you.
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Rouen Cathedral: Monet’s Inspiration and Gothic Masterpiece
Explore Rouen Cathedral, Gothic architecture, and Monet’s inspiration with insights from guide Quentin Bicheux. Discover its hidden treasures today.
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Why Do You Smell Incense in a Cathedral? Wendy Explains
When you step in a cathedral, you often smell (and see) incense. Why? Wendy Wauters found out. She studied the smells of the Antwerp Cathedral. An interview.
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Laon Cathedral: a Guided Tour
Interview with Lucie Legroux, official tour guide of Laon Cathedral. She takes you on an online guided tour into this magnificent early Gothic cathedral.
