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XXWhy 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 an extraordinary history.
Historic site
No fewer 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.
Misfortunes
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.
Marc Chagal
The famous painter Marc Chagal created some of the stained glass window replacements.
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Its
three statue-adorned portals are its greatest architectural glory.
The Reims Cathedral
is even more ornate that its older brother in Amiens.
The
nearby Tau Palace serves as the museum for this house of worship.
It is worth a visit.
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