Albi (2): Cathedrale Sainte-Cécile by Jean_C
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Since 31 July 2010, the cathedral and the episcopal city of Albi have been listed on the Unesco World Heritage List.
The construction of this cathedral lasted from 1282 to 1480.
The region had been devastated by the crusades against the Cathars, who believed that religion should be lived in poverty, unlike the Catholic church that displayed splendor and wealth.
It is these reasons that led the architects to create a brick cathedral, a traditional material in this region and not very expensive. The aim was also to show the sanctuary protected by thick walls. (infos Wikipedia)
French version in the first comment
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200
Comments (43)
fantastique capture!!
Very beautiful, with great eye for the detail
Wonderful Building. I also find it very important that not only the church itself is distinguished as a world cultural heritage, but also the surrounding Old Town. It is shocking, as in the USA churches of skyscrapers are walled in. I think a church should override other buildings ... Speaking about ... A stunning photo!
Vraiment très impressionnante et magnifique cette cathédrale des Albigeois; la mise en perspective avec cette ruelle fort ancienne lui donne encore plus de hauteur: une superbe photo, comme d'hab', JClaude
Wonderful perspective to get a glimpse of this amazing cathedral - fantastic capture my friend!!!
Excellent
Fantastic capture!!!
Fantastic view and wonderful cathedral!!!
Wonderful building, outstanding photography.
great sacred building
Un matériau simple, mais que les constructeurs ont su adapter à leur travail! Et pour un très beau résultat. En plus les rues alentours ont gardé un air d'antan!
Excellent history and image! Wonderful capture Jean_C. You do amazing images and have an excellent eye!
great POV