mont saint michel
states: [france]
category: cultural
year: 1979
location: Department of Manche, Region of Basse-Normandie
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 48.6355600000, -1.5105600000
last visited: 2019
unesco id: 80
world heritage site: 80
Mont-Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site in France, is a medieval island fortress rising dramatically from the sea. Built atop a rocky mount, its abbey and winding streets reflect centuries of architectural ingenuity. Once a pilgrimage site, it blends Gothic and Romanesque styles seamlessly. Surrounded by shifting tides, it creates a striking silhouette against the horizon. This historic marvel showcases a unique harmony of nature and human creation.
