Chartres Cathedral Notre Dame | What to See in Loire Valley, France
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The Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres was built between 1194 and 1220 in Gothic and Romanesque styles. At least five cathedrals have occupied the site since the 4th century. It has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There have been very few changes since it was built and most of the original stained glass, which was removed during the Second World War for safekeeping, is intact. In 2009, the cathedral was restored, cleaned and protected against future damage. It is the seat of the Diocese of Chartres and is a working Roman Catholic Church. Regular sacred music events are held there.

Chartres Cathedral Notre Dame, 16 Cloister Notre-Dame, 28000 CHARTRES

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