The Cathedral of St Etienne of Bourges, built between the late 12th and late 13th centuries, is one of the great masterpieces of Gothic art and is admired for its proportions and the unity of its design. The tympanum, sculptures and stained-glass windows are particularly striking. Apart from the beauty of the architecture, it attests to the power of Christianity in medieval France. The plan of the cathedral is simple and harmonious. It is a basilica with five naves and chapels surrounding the choir. The most remarkable characteristics of the cathedral are the perspective of the lateral walls and the unity of the interior space.
Unesco: Bourges Cathedral
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Date: June 20
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