Saint George Palace, Benedictine abbey and historical monument in Rennes, France
The Saint Georges Palace extends along a gallery of nineteen two-story windows supported by granite arches and features a mansard roof with dormer windows.
Founded in 1032 by Duke Alain III for his sister Adele, the abbey was reconstructed in 1670 under Abbess Magdelaine de La Fayette's direction by architect Pierre Corbineau.
The central pediment displays sculptures representing Justice and Peace, along with the coat of arms of Abbess Magdelaine de La Fayette crowned with a royal symbol.
The garden surrounding the palace opens from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM during summer months and closes earlier during winter, with access through metro line B.
The facade features iron letters spelling 'MAGDELAINEDLFAYETTE', commemorating the abbess who commissioned the 17th-century reconstruction of the building.
Location: Rennes
Inception: 1670
Architects: Pierre Corbineau
GPS coordinates: 48.11167,-1.67417
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42
Rennes offers a range of historic and cultural sites that reflect its history and current vibrancy. The city features green spaces like the Thabor Park with its French-style gardens and rose garden, religious buildings such as the neoclassical 19th-century Cathedral, and institutional structures like the 17th-century Parliament of Brittany, where visitors can explore rooms decorated with tapestries and painted ceilings. The museums in Rennes showcase different aspects of the region and art. The Museum of Brittany traces the development of the territory from Antiquity onward, while the Fine Arts Museum exhibits collections from the 14th to the 20th century. The FRAC Bretagne hosts contemporary art exhibitions. The Place of the Republic, with its Opera and Town Hall, constitutes the administrative and cultural heart. On Saturdays, the Marché des Lices brings together local producers and Breton specialties, providing an insight into local products.
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