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Churches in Poitiers

Church of Notre Dame la Grande

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The tourist office of Poitiers has a simple idea, but a great one: just follow the lines! From the magnificent church of Notre Dam

Churches in Poitiers

Baptistère Saint-Jean

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A friend of mine gave me a tour of the city of Poitiers, and took me to this small building near the cathedral. I was struck first

Historical Monuments in Poitiers

Mairie de Poitiers (Town Hall)

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You can find information on the city of Poitiers, like any other, at the city hall but you may find more details at the tourist of

Cathedrals in Poitiers

Poitiers Cathedral

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While it is true that this cathedral is referred to as Gothic (Angevin), its construction began in a very different style. The con

Squares in Poitiers

Place de la Liberté

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On a random walk I stumbled upon the Place de La Liberte (Freedom Square). And as I understood the name of the place: There, proud

Churches in Chauvigny

St. Peter's Collegiate Church

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In the heart of the medieval city of Chauvigny is one of the most precious jewels of French Romanesque art, the Collegiate Church

Churches in Poitiers

Eglise Saint-Hilaire-le-Grand

Saint Hilaire church in Poitiers should really be a UNESCO world heritate site. Its architecture is spectacular, with its 4 chapel

Churches in Aulnay

Church of St Pierre

In the town of Aulnay, the Saint Pierre church is surrounded by towering cypress trees. It is a beautiful environment that dazzles

Churches in Poitiers

Church of Sainte-Radegonde

From the very center of the city, walking or adventuring, you may discover Sainte Radegonde. Formerly called "Santa Maria Outside

Historical Monuments in Charroux

Charlemagne Tower

Charlemagne Tower, also known as the Octagonal Tower, is the only remnant that remains standing of the romanesque abbey that was b

Palaces in Poitiers

Palace of Poitiers

The Palace of Justice in Poitiers has two faces. On one side, you can see a huge medieval building, which at the time was the pala

Churches in Chauvigny

Church Notre - Dame

The "upper city" with its magnificent medieval collection is without doubt one of the biggest attractions for visitors to Cahuvign

Historical Monuments in Montmorillon

La Maison- Dieu (La Casa de Dios)

La Maison-Dieu was founded in the 11th century by Robert the Pious after his return from the Holy Land. The aim of this hospital-m

Abbeys in Saint-Savin

Abbey Church of Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe

The St.Savin Abbey is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It retains within it a number of priceless frescoes. The discover

Squares in Poitiers

Place du Maréchal-Leclerc

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After parking in the city center at night, we came across this huge and brightly lit plaza and at the bottom we found a beautiful

Castles in Chauvigny

Baronnial Castle

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Historical Monuments in Poitiers

Hôtel de Rochefort

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This is the absolute jewel of Grand Rue and, at one time, was the best hotel in the entire region and is now one of the most famou

Statues in Poitiers

Virgen Statue

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