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This abbey was founded in 1060 by Henri I's wide Anne of Kiev, following the birth of their son Philippe. The bell tower is one of the finest examples of its kind found in France.
This 12th to 13th Century abbey church, restored after the fire in 1944 is a beautiful example of early Gothic style buildings.
This Abbey was very well known during the Frankish period but today only the 9th Century pre-Romanesque crypt remains. Still worthy of a visit to witness the stunning design.
This stunning example of ancient architecture is the largest Gothic building in France and dates back to 1220. Guided tours of the building are often available from Amiens tourist office.
This old palace now houses a museum largely dedicated to Bossuet. The building was completed in the 12th Century and houses two stunning Gothic rooms inside. A great example of local architecture.
This old Abbey was founded in 1076, was one of the richest monasteries of the Middle Ages. A stunning example of local history.
This old abbey was founded in the 7th Century by St Aubert on the hill overlooking a tributary of the River Scarpe. Restored in 1918, this is a stunning example of historic architecture.
Creates novel, often collectable wooden figurines which are mostly carved into life in front of visitors. The clothes of each figure are sewn with great care and each figure represents a truly stunning work of art.
Red brick neo-Byzantine basilica which is a popular place of pilgrimage. The old tower is surmounted by a poignant statue of the 'Virgin and Child' by Albert Roze.
Four buildings preceded the cathedral, which building began in 1145 and finished in 1235. This is a remarkable example of the early Gothic style of design.
Abbaye Royale St. Vincent
Senlis
Abbaye St-Martin
Laon
Abbaye St-Medard
Soissons
Amiens Cathedral
Amiens
Ancien palais épiscopal
Meaux
Ancienne Abbaye de St-John-des Vignes
Soissons
Ancienne Abbaye St-Vaast
Arras
Atelier de Jean-Pierre Facquier
Amiens
Basilique Notre-Dame-de-Brébières
Albert
Cathedrale
Noyon
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