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Introducing Chartres

The magnificent 13th-century cathedral of Chartres, crowned by two very different spires – one Gothic, the other Romanesque – rises from rich farmland 88km southwest of Paris and dominates the medieval town around its base. The cathedral’s varied collection of relics, particularly the Ste-Voile, attracted many pilgrims during the Middle Ages, who contributed to the building and extensions of the cathedral. With its astonishing blue stained glass and other treasures, the cathe­dral at Chartres is a must-see for any visitor.

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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009

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