Église des Dominicains d'Arles
Église des Dominicains d'Arles, Gothic church in Arles, France.
Description
Église des Dominicains d'Arles is a Gothic church in Arles featuring a single nave covered by cross-ribbed vaults that span five bays. Lateral chapels form side aisles without creating passages between them.
History
The Dominican order established itself in Arles from 1231 onward and built this church between 1448 and 1499. Construction became necessary after their original convent was destroyed by Trastamare forces.
Culture
The facade displays a hexagonal stair tower and two separate entrances, with the north door meant for worshippers and the south door reserved for Dominican friars. This arrangement reflected the separation between public worship and the life of the religious community.
Practical
The church is located at Place Albin Peyron and offers free access during specific events like the Photography Festival and Heritage Days. Check the opening times before planning a visit as access varies throughout the year.
Did you know?
Excavations in 1985 revealed that the nave pillars rest on an ancient Roman wall constructed with large cut stones as foundations. This discovery shows how this Gothic structure was built atop remains of an even earlier civilization.
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