Baptistry, Pre-Romanesque baptistry in Venasque, France
This octagonal baptistry features three apses, stone vaults, and robust columns that support the central space of the religious structure.
The baptistry received classification as a French historical monument in 1840, marking it among the first buildings to gain this protection status.
The baptistry stands as an example of Merovingian religious architecture, displaying the construction methods and spiritual practices of early medieval France.
Visitors can reach the baptistry by following signs through the medieval streets of Venasque, with parking available in the village center.
The building incorporates repurposed Roman materials in its construction, including columns and capitals from earlier structures in the region.
Location: Venasque
Architectural style: pre-Romanesque art
GPS coordinates: 43.99700,5.14554
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48
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