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Previous Place S. Epreve – P. Malval, Nancy
One of the principal squares of Reims is this Place Cardinal-Luçon. Many people know Reims for its cathedral, Notre-Dame de Reims, located here. This cathedral was formerly the place of coronation of the Kings of France. The cathedral became a UNESCO world heritage site in 1991. It replaces an older church, destroyed by a fire in 1211, which was built on the site of even older basilica from 496.
That original structure had been erected on the site of the roman baths. In the same year, 1211 new church started its existence and on 23rd October this year, Reims Cathedral celebrates its 800th anniversary.
It has interesting stained glass windows ranging from the 13th to the 20th century.
The rose window over the main portal and the gallery beneath are of rare magnificence. [small photo in the middle bellow].
Square is not very impressive at all. Uninteresting structures are lost in comparison with monumental church. Even the small cafe with good view of the main entrance is not impressive. We spent half hour there but unusually for us we left in a hurry.
Other square in Reims is just adding to the sombre and depressive atmosphere of the whole city. Check it out.
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sociability |
7 |
ceremonial |
x |
uses & activities |
7 |
religious |
x |
access & linkages |
9 |
social |
x |
comfort |
8 |
residential |
x |
image |
8 |
courtyard |
x |
tourist value |
8 |
with park |
x |
total |
47 | street, shopping |
x |
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