Église Saint-Symphorien d'Avignon
Église Saint-Symphorien d'Avignon, Gothic parish church in central Avignon, France.
Description
Église Saint-Symphorien d'Avignon is a parish church displaying Gothic architecture in the medieval heart of the city. The building features a wide central nave flanked by seventeen side chapels, with a rose window crowning the main entrance on its facade.
History
The church was founded by the Carmelite fathers in the 13th century and underwent major reconstruction under papal influence a few decades later. A severe collapse during the 17th century destroyed much of the structure, prompting a swift rebuilding effort that restored the building to its current form.
Culture
The church is named after Saint Symphorien, whose martyrdom appears in paintings throughout the interior created by local and regional artists. These works shape the spiritual experience of those who enter and reflect the religious importance this place holds for the community.
Practical
The church is centrally located in Avignon and easily reached on foot from the city center. Visitors should plan around regular mass times and liturgical events, which may occasionally restrict access to certain areas.
Did you know?
The building survived a catastrophic collapse in the 17th century when much of the roof and walls caved in. The speed of reconstruction was remarkable, as craftsmen restored the structure to working order in fewer than ten years.
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