Amiens Cathedral

“Amiens Cathedral, in the heart of Picardy, is one of the largest ‘classic’ Gothic churches of the 13th century. It is notable for the coherence of its plan,

Boat lifts on the Canal du Centre

“The lifts on the old Canal du Centre are a series of four hydraulic boat lifts. Along a particular 7 km (4.3 mi) stretch, the water level rises

Chartres Cathedral

“Chartres Cathedral is a Gothic Catholic cathedral, mostly constructed between 1194 and 1250, and is the last of at least five which have occupied the site since the

Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci

“The Mona Lisa is a portrait of a woman by Leonardo da Vinci, believed to have been painted between 1503 and 1506, is on permanent display at the

Provins, Town of Medieval Fairs

“The fortified medieval town of Provins is situated in the former territory of the powerful Counts of Champagne. It bears witness to early developments in the organization of