Cathedral of Sainte-Marie

cathedral, Bayonne, France

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The Cathédrale de Sainte-Marie is a cathedral located in Bayonne, France. Construction of the cathedral began in the 13th century and continued through the 16th century, with two towers added in the 19th century. The cathedral is situated in Grand Bayonne, on the left bank of the Nive River. Bayonne itself is a historic town in southwestern France, known for its salt, hams, and chocolate. The town has Roman origins, formerly known as Lapurdum, and is a significant administrative and commercial center.1

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…the Château Vieux and the Cathédrale de Sainte-Marie (13th–16th century, with two 19th-century towers [210 feet; 64 metres]). Across the river in Petit Bayonne are the Château Neuf, the Bonnat Museum, and the Basque Museum. Downstream, on the right bank of the Adour, are the port and industrial complexes of…
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…the Château Vieux and the Cathédrale de Sainte-Marie (13th–16th century, with two 19th-century towers [210 feet; 64 metres]). Across the river in Petit Bayonne are the Château Neuf, the Bonnat Museum, and the Basque Museum. Downstream, on the right bank of the Adour, are the port and industrial complexes of…
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