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One of the most magnificent sights in Europe, Mont Saint-Michel is located in the bay where Brittany and Normandy meet. The small but incredibly beautiful island looks like it is floating in the air with the medieval monastery perched high up on the cliff and ancient ramparts surrounding its banks. The monastery was built in the 8th century by Aubert, bishop of the nearby Avranches.
The construction of the magnificent Benedictine abbey was supported by the dukes of Normandy and later by French kings. The abbey became a famous center of learning, with some of the greatest European minds spending time between its walls. Many other buildings were added to the steep village street, most now converted into hotels, restaurants, museums, and boutiques. The island and the bay are declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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