Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne Cathedral, Romanesque cathedral in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, France.
The cathedral features high stone walls, pointed towers, and large semi-circular arches that demonstrate traditional Romanesque architectural elements from medieval times.
Originally built in the 6th century and reconstructed in the 11th century after Saracen invasions, the cathedral holds the remains of the first three counts of Savoy.
The cathedral preserves a significant relic believed to be a finger of John the Baptist, which made it an important pilgrimage destination in medieval France.
The cathedral maintains regular visiting hours and stands near the center of Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne, with geographical coordinates at latitude 45.276778 and longitude 6.346139.
The cathedral contains a neoclassical porch added in 1771, marking an architectural fusion between medieval Romanesque style and 18th-century modifications.
Location: Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 45.27678,6.34614
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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