Reims Cathedral

travel  wonder in France

Why the

Reims Cathedral

is special

The 13th century Notre Dame Cathedral of of Reims is not only a splendid illustration of High Gothic architecture, it has a extraordinary history.

Tips & insights on

Reims Cathedral

No less than 25 kings were crowned in the Reims Cathedral over a stretch of six centuries, beginning in 1223. Earlier, in 496, it was the site of the coronation of Clovis, France's first king.

The Reims Cathedral interior was devastated during the French Revolution. Then, during World War I, the building was severely damaged by shellfire - and wasn't ready to be reopened for two decades.

The famous painter Marc Chagall created some of the stained glasswindow replacements.

The Reims Cathedral is even more ornate that its older brother in Amiens.

Its three statue-adorned portals adorned are its greatest architectural glory.

The nearby Tau Palace serves as the museum for this house of worship. It is worth a visit.

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