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1. Saint Corentin Cathedral
(Cathedrale Saint-Corentin)
1. Saint Corentin Cathedral
(Cathedrale Saint-Corentin)Point of Interest
The Saint Corentin Cathedral in Quimper, France is a stunning Gothic-style structure built between the 13th and 15th centuries. It boasts impressive stained glass windows throughout the cathedral and two remarkable spires rising over 330 feet high. Visitors to the cathedral can admire its imposing facade, complete with intricate carvings of biblical scenes lining the entrance. Inside, visitors should take time to observe the beautiful painted wooden ceilings, as well as take in the many religious artifacts from across Europe that adorn its walls. The highlight of a visit to Saint Corentin is undoubtedly its famous fresco of St John's Vision of Heaven painted by Jean de Mesgrigny at the end of the 19th century.