Chapelle Notre-Dame d'Aubune, Romanesque chapel in Beaumes-de-Venise, France
Chapelle Notre-Dame d'Aubune is a Romanesque chapel in Beaumes-de-Venise featuring a square bell tower from the 12th century and three semicircular apse sections. The structure displays the simple geometric forms and solid stone walls typical of Provençal Romanesque design.
Construction of the chapel began in the 10th century and was completed in the 12th century, creating a significant example of Provençal Romanesque architecture. The building work reflects the craftsmanship and stone-working techniques of that period.
The chapel served as a focal point for the local community during medieval times, and visitors can still sense how central it was to the region's spiritual life.
The chapel is freely accessible, and visitors can view the exterior at any time and examine the stone mason marks up close. Morning visits are recommended to catch the best light for photography and to see the architectural details clearly on the stone walls.
The walls still bear stone mason marks from craftsmen like Hugh, who signed his work with the mark VGO, documenting their labor. These scratches and signatures offer a rare glimpse into the personal work of medieval builders.
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