Chartres, Commune in Eure-et-Loir, France
Chartres is a commune and the capital of the Eure-et-Loir department in France.
Historically, Chartres was one of the principal towns of the Carnutes tribe.
Chartres is worldwide known as a cultural site, primarily because of its Gothic cathedral.
The postal code for Chartres is 28000.
Chartres showcases its unique light show 'Chartres en Lumières' illuminating the city's buildings at night.
Location: arrondissement of Chartres
Location: Eure-et-Loir
Population: 38443
Elevation above the sea: 142 m
Phone: +33237234000
Email: contact@ville-chartres.fr
Website: ville-chartres.fr
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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Chartres is a commune and the capital of the Eure-et-Loir department in France.
Chartres Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres, is a Roman Catholic church in Chartres, France.
The stained glass windows of Chartres Cathedral are considered some of the best-preserved examples of 13th-century Gothic art.
Maison Picassiette, a house in Chartres, France, covered inside and outside with intricate mosaics.
The Chartres Cathedral labyrinth is a medieval Christian pathway located on the floor of the nave.
Église Saint-Pierre is renowned for its remarkable stained-glass windows and sculptures.
The Église Saint-Aignan is a notable gothic architectural piece located in Chartres.
The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Chartres is located near the famous cathedral.
The ramparts of Chartres are the remaining fortifications that once protected the city.
The Abbey of Saint-Père-en-Vallée boasts intricate architecture and centuries-old history.
The astronomical clock of Chartres is an ornate timepiece.
