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Two large domes dominate the Romanesque nave. They represent the most extraordinary example of the so-called "Aquitanian" architectural style: 16 meters in diameter and 32 meters high; only the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul has a taller dome. Also noteworthy is the small, golden church of Saint-Svair, with its large statue of Emperor Charlemagne, who presented it to the church of Cahors.

Castelnau-Montratier boasts a large arcaded square typical of fortified towns. Its Saint-Martin church features a Romanesque-Byzantine dome and offers a beautiful panoramic view of the valley. Strolling through its white stone streets, you'll discover a rich heritage of medieval houses, old mills, and Gallo-Roman remains.

Worth seeing cathedral in Cahors.

Beautiful church with a bench and drinking water point💦. Unfortunately the church was closed.

This St. Etienne Cathedral impressed us deeply again! The building dates back to the 11th century and is very unique with its two domes. Only in Perigeux is there a cathedral with similar architecture. The special feature is the Saint Coiffe, a fabric relic in which the veil of Jesus from the tomb is venerated. In one dome you can see frescoes of saints, in the middle of St. Stephen, the first martyr of the Christians in Jerusalem. During our visit (September 2024), pictures by the late impressionist painter Henri Martin were projected onto the other gray dome. It is worth spending some time in the cathedral!

Great medieval frescoes and a unique cloister

My personal highlight is Point Valentré. https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cahors https://maps.app.goo.gl/u1Tjd348bKiTPbon7?g_st=ic

Very pretty picturesque village