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All we know about the creator of Chartres is that by outlining some entirely new principles he inspired all distinguished architects for years to follow. The soaring spires, the glowing 12th- and 13th-century stained-glass windows, and the porches elaborately adorned with detail-faithful sculptures mark the high point of French Gothic art. The cathedral seems all the more impressive since it miraculously survived a fire in 1134 that destroyed much of the town. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major pilgrimage destination, Chartres is a masterpiece of architecture and a true spectacle of detail.
AVARAGE RATINGAddress: 16 cloitre Notre-Dame, Chartres, FranceTel: 33 2 37 21 75 02