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Collegiate Church of Saint John the Baptist

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Collegiate Church of Saint John the Baptist

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    Location: Retournac, Yssingeaux, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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    May 9, 2023

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    The Romanesque church would have adjoined the castle (now destroyed) and participated in the medieval fortifications. Its choir with radiating apses is built in yellow ocher sandstone rock. The aisles would have been reworked in the 18th century.

    The set of contemporary stained glass windows, created and produced by Henri Guérin, glass artist in Toulouse, is unique among his work visible throughout the world. The shattering of the glass slab in its thickness gives the nuances of value and color.
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    November 15, 2024

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    With the patronage of "John the Baptist", this parish has chosen a saint who is considered a forerunner of Jesus Christ. In Christian theology, he is the voice of the …
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    1. Collegiate Church of Saint John the Baptist – Human Rights Bridge loop from Retournac

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 540 m

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