Aisne

The Romanesque cathedral was gradually rebuilt into the High Gothic building we see today. Work on the new cathedral started with the transept around...

Nikon 24mm f/3.5 PC-E

The beauty of the gothic architecture (late 12th-early 13th century) is brightly enhanced by the incoming light, which is of...

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Armistice Day, 11 November, remains in some countries a celebration of peace and a remembrance of those who died in war. Time moves us ever further...

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Lucky I was this day. I was alone and i used a tripod without problems. This is a beautiful place.

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St. Gervais and St. Protais Cathedral in Soissons (last quarter of the 12th / 13th century).

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This summer hasn't been much so far, but the variable weather allows some interesting shots in the evening. The cathedral dominates the old Laon...

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As one of the oldest cities in northern France, Soissons (remember the vase?) offers two magnificent medieval buildings: the cathedral...

Refectory (13th century) of the abbey of St. Jean des Vignes in Soissons.

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Ambulatory of the cathedral of Laon (early 13th century).

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The cathedral of Laon (1160-1230) in Picardie, France is one of the finest examples of early gothic architecture, with its four-storey elevation and...

The German military cemetery of Cerny-en-Laonnois, on the infamous Chemin des Dames, is a ready reminder of the horrors of war. 7.526 killed during...

02000 - 12th century