Église Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul d'Ivry-sur-Seine
Église Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul d'Ivry-sur-Seine, Romanesque church in Ivry-sur-Seine, France
Description
The Église Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul is a Romanesque church in Ivry-sur-Seine featuring characteristic semicircular arches and thick stone walls. The building is supported by sturdy pillars that organize the main nave and side aisles.
History
The church is first documented in 1158, with the lower section of the bell tower dating from that period. Gothic vaults were added later in the 13th century and have shaped the interior structure since then.
Culture
The interior features wooden carvings from the 18th century depicting biblical figures. These artworks give a sense of the religious artistic tradition that was important to the community.
Practical
The building sits at the intersection of Rue Gaston-Cornavin and Avenue Maurice-Thorez and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors should check regular opening hours, which may vary depending on services and local events.
Did you know?
During the French Revolution, the building was converted into a Temple of Reason and later served as a place of worship for the Supreme Being. This transformation shows how drastically the use of sacred spaces changed during this turbulent period.
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