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The Basilica of Saint-Julien de Brioude is a Romanesque-style basilica in the Auvergne region of France[note 1] located in the commune of Brioude, in the Haute-Loire department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It is listed as a historic monument. https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basilique_Saint-Julien_de_Brioude?wprov=sfla1

A breathtaking view from this impressive bridge. The built foothills of the Allier Valley are splendid.

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Lavaudieu is a charming village located in Auvergne, in the Haute-Loire department. Classified among the “Most Beautiful Villages of France”, it is particularly known for its Benedictine abbey founded in the 11th century by Robert de Turlande

This castle is definitely worth a visit. From this ancient fortress, you will have an incredible view of the village of Saint-Ilpize and Villeneuve d'Allier. Its strategic position allowed the Dauphins of Auvergne to monitor the Allier gorges.

This church is said to be in the Auvergne Romanesque style. Its magnificent size, its different colors of stone, its richly decorated exterior and interior walls and its location in the city center of Brioude are impressive.

beautiful basilica inside and out

If the ruins are not of incredible interest to visit, the breathtaking view of the valley from the castle is well worth the detour and the few drops of sweat on the climb.