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La Merveille

 

La Merveille is an exceptional example of monastic architecture. As its name suggests, the Merveille building is the undeniable masterpiece of Mont Sain-Michel abbey. Its construction dates back to the beginning of the 13th century and represents a technical and artistic feat. La Merveille illustrates the spirit of Gothic art that was blowing through all of Western Europe at that time. Its daring architecture comprises 3 superimposed levels which culminate at 35 m in height, supported by sixteen powerful buttresses.

 

 

LE MONT SAINT-MICHEL

Normandie / France

 

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Uploaded on October 13, 2022