Chartres Cathedral Chartres, France
One of the greatest achievements in the history of architecture, Chartres Cathedral (1140-1260) is almost perfectly preserved in its original medieval design, from innovative Gothic architecture to extensive portal sculptures and stained glass.
Quick Facts on Chartres Cathedral
Cathedral of Our Lady in Chartres
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres French
Chartres Cathedral
Notre-Dame d’Chartres French
16 Cloître Notre Dame
28000
cathedrals original and current use
12th century begun 1140
13th century era/period, completed 1260
pilgrimage churches original and current use
Romanesque sculpture west portal