reims
states: [france]
category: cultural
year: 1991
location: Department of Marne, Champagne Ardenne Region
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 49.2533333300, 4.0327777780
last visited: 2019
unesco id: 601
world heritage site: 601
The Cathedral of Notre-Dame, Former Abbey of Saint-Rémi, and Palace of Tau in Reims, France, form a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for their historical and architectural significance. The Gothic-style cathedral, a masterpiece of 13th-century design, served as the coronation site for French kings. The nearby Abbey of Saint-Rémi, with its Romanesque and Gothic elements, preserves centuries of religious heritage, while the Palace of Tau, once an archbishop’s residence, showcases opulent interiors tied to royal ceremonies. Together, these landmarks highlight France’s rich medieval past.
