We visited here in April of 2011 on a sunny day and the warm light shinning through the glass reflected rainbows of color on the tombs. There is a nice garden area along one side and a wide plaza leading up to the cathedral after the short walk out of the Metro. This picture captures the radiant color found inside on sunny days. A very nice Sunday picture!
Richard, you can look back on my posts for Basilique Saint Denis as there is one with all the rainbows of those majestic windows. Merci!
This basilica has been well cared for over the centuries and as you can see from this photo as well as my other posts that the interior is light and on sunny days there is indeed a golden glow.
Shell, I had not noticed, but agree that there is an Escher-esque look about it with the intertwined columns and arches.
Merisi, there are many tombs and statues in this basilica, the resting place of kings and queens.
It is sad that buildings such as this are no longer created, and those that are standing cost greatly to maintain and restore.
I almost posted the ceiling today myself. I saw what looked like bricks and was blown away. Weren't we fortunate to see this beautiful place of worship. V
Astonishing it is and your capture is awesome, Genie! Thanks for sharing! Hope you're enjoying your weekend!
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Sylvia
Indeed, chere amie!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning....
Bises,
- Irina
Such silent beauty but even in pictures I can hear the singing. You've captured a mellow glow.
ReplyDeleteAnd then in summer, the benefits of a nice and fresh shade! :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your visual prize with us.
ReplyDeleteWonderful light here, and what an atmosphere.. Imagine people from the middle-age, in front of such places, how not to feel the magic?!
ReplyDeleteLove the perspective and all these arches!
ReplyDeleteGod bless you!
Cezar
Great photo!! Why don't they make buildings like that anymore?
ReplyDeleteThe soft golden lighting shows to perfection the beauty of the ancient stone artistry. Lovely image Genie!
ReplyDeleteBon dimanche,
Ruby
Great architecture, the "statue at rest" is interesting!
ReplyDeleteGreat architecture, the "statue at rest" is interesting!
ReplyDeleteThere's a touch of Escher about this, Genie. And the light is lovely. Bon weekend... x
ReplyDeleteBeautiful architecture very nicely captured.
ReplyDeleteDarryl and Ruth :)
It's got it all. Mercy!
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful church Genie. I love your churches every Sunday.
ReplyDeleteWe visited here in April of 2011 on a sunny day and the warm light shinning through the glass reflected rainbows of color on the tombs. There is a nice garden area along one side and a wide plaza leading up to the cathedral after the short walk out of the Metro. This picture captures the radiant color found inside on sunny days. A very nice Sunday picture!
ReplyDeleteGreat photo! I love cathedral architecture.
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous photo, Genie! Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteSo much to see here in just this one shot! Wonderful.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. The lines, angles, curves, textures and subtle color changes all contribute to making this an awe-inspiring place.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful shot! Love the columns and the vaulted ceilings...the lighting too!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous composition! Hope you've had a very bon dimanche, ma chère.
ReplyDeleteRichard, you can look back on my posts for Basilique Saint Denis as there is one with all the rainbows of those majestic windows. Merci!
ReplyDeleteThis basilica has been well cared for over the centuries and as you can see from this photo as well as my other posts that the interior is light and on sunny days there is indeed a golden glow.
Shell, I had not noticed, but agree that there is an Escher-esque look about it with the intertwined columns and arches.
Merisi, there are many tombs and statues in this basilica, the resting place of kings and queens.
It is sad that buildings such as this are no longer created, and those that are standing cost greatly to maintain and restore.
Wishing each of you a great week ahead.
Bises,
Genie
I almost posted the ceiling today myself. I saw what looked like bricks and was blown away. Weren't we fortunate to see this beautiful place of worship.
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i just love the symmetry in this one.
ReplyDeletereally nice arch.