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Bourges is a city in central France on the river Yèvre. Its history goes back to the Celtic city of Avaricum, which was one of the largest cities in Gaul at the time with up to 40,000 inhabitants. In 52 BC the Battle of Avaricum took place, and the Roman general Gaius Julius Caesar captured the city at that time. The Romans called the city Biturigae and it became the central place of the province of Aquitania.
From the 5th century and several centuries onwards, there was changing dominion over the city, and it almost burned down in 583. Bourges was rebuilt under the Carolingians, and in the 12th century the city became part of what was then France. Bourges was also an important ecclesiastical city, with congregations in 1031, 1225, 1276, 1286, 1336 and 1438. In 1464, the city’s university was founded, and a few centuries later the city walls were demolished, making way for new developments.
Today you can enjoy some lovely walks in the cozy streets of Bourges, where the buildings are low with several lovely squares such as Place Gordaine. Here you can see some preserved of the characteristic half-timbered houses that once characterized the cityscape. You can walk through the center to the Palais Jacques Coeur, which is a so-called hôtel particular or a magnificent town house. Palais Jacques Coeur was built in the 15th century in an almost castle-like style, and it is a fine example of French civil architecture of its time. Close to this is the Musée du Berry in the Hôtel Cujas building from the beginning of the 16th century. In the museum, you can see collections of art and archeology.
The most famous sight in Bourges, however, is the city’s great cathedral, which is on UNESCO’s list of world heritage sites. The cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Bourges and was mainly built from 1195 to 1230 in High Gothic architecture. Consecrated in 1324, the cathedral is particularly noted for its impressive size and the sculptural decoration of the portals. You can also see some beautiful stained-glass windows from the 13th century in the church. Next to the cathedral, you can take a walk in the Jardin de l’Archevêché, which is the diocese’s beautiful garden, and it is located behind the archbishop’s residence palace.
Tours is a city in western France, located along the Loire River. The city was historically a Gallic city, which after the Roman conquest of the region was called Turonensis or Caesarodunum. In the 4th century, Martin of Tours was bishop in the city, and his tomb has been a place of pilgrimage ever since. Tours’ status as an important ecclesiastical center was emphasized by the fact that councils were held in Tours in 461, 567 and 755.
Auxerre is the capital of the French department of Yonne, which is known for its Burgundy wines, with Chablis as one of the country’s most famous white wines. The city has a long history and was the Roman provincial capital with the name Autissiodorum. At the time, the city lay along the strategically important trade route, Via Agrippa, which crossed the present-day Yonne. Auxerre became the episcopal seat, and a cathedral was built in the city in the 4th century. Later, walls were built around Auxerre, which over the centuries developed with not least agriculture and wine production.
Orléans is a city on the Loire River in central France. It was the location along the river that was the reason for the city’s founding in the 100s BC. The river was an important trade route and Orléans emerged as a trading post on this route and the city developed until Julius Caesar destroyed it in 52 BC. The Roman emperor Aurelian rebuilt the city in the latter part of the 2nd century and named it Civitas Aurelianorum after himself. In the fourth century, there were battles in several places in Gaul and thus also in Orléans, where the Alan leader Goar ruled for a time.
Clermont-Ferrand is a city in central France, located immediately north of the mountains of the Massif Central. In Roman times, the city was called Augustonemetum, and it was an administrative center. Clermont-Ferrand became a bishop’s seat in the 4th century, and over the centuries the city also became an economic powerhouse with many craft businesses. In 1095, the Catholic Church held a council in Clermont-Ferrand, and at this meeting Pope Urban II called for the first crusade.
Overview of Chartres
The Cathedral is the city’s greatest attraction. The cathedral is considered one of the finest Gothic structures in France, and it is included in UNESCO’s list of world heritage sites. The impressive building was built largely from 1194 to its dedication in 1260, and it was the first building to use buttresses in the construction. The cathedral was never expanded or rebuilt to a significant extent, apart from the northern tower spire, which was built in the early 16th century. Therefore, Chartres’ cathedral also stands as a particularly well-preserved monument from the era of the Gothic cathedrals, and you can e.g. see the many original stained-glass windows that, like the cathedral, date from the 13th century. The mosaics contain the so-called Chartres blue, and they depict Bible history.
About the Chartres travel guide
Contents: Tours in the city + tours in the surrounding area
Published: Released soon
Author: Stig Albeck
Publisher: Vamados.com
Language: English
About the travel guide
The Chartres travel guide gives you an overview of the sights and activities of the French city. Read about top sights and other sights, and get a tour guide with tour suggestions and detailed descriptions of all the city’s most important churches, monuments, mansions, museums, etc.
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