Sainte-Croix d'Orléans Cathedral
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Probably the most famous monument in Orléans, the Sainte-Croix d'Orléans Cathedral was erected from 1601 to 1829. This Gothic-style cathedral is made up of five naves and two towers which rise to 88 meters in height. The impressive central spire rises to 114 meters.
The cathedral can be visited outside of services and allows you to admire numerous paintings as well as the perfectly restored organ.translated by
•August 2, 2021
The Sainte-Croix d’Orléans cathedral is the religious center of the Orléans diocese. It is built in the post-Gothic style and consecrated to the Holy Cross. The foundation stone for today's building was laid on April 18, 1601, and the inauguration took place on May 8, 1829. 1854 received the church from Pope Pius IX. the title of papal minor basilica, in 1862 it was registered as a monument historique.
Source: Wikipediatranslated by•September 17, 2019
The most famous attraction of Orléans is the mighty Cathédrale Sainte-Croix (Holy Cross Cathedral).
translated by•September 17, 2019
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