Church of Sainte-Marthe

The Church of Sainte-Marthe is located in Tarascon, France, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. The current church primarily dates from the 15th century, though its portal originates from a 12th-century Romanesque building. The town of Tarascon is associated with the legend of Sainte Marthe, who is said to have tamed a fearsome monster called La Tarasque that terrorized the region. The church is named in her honor. While the church's spire was damaged during World War II, it has since been rebuilt. The Romanesque architectural style, prevalent in Europe from around the 11th to the 12th centuries, is characterized by its solid construction and often features elements derived from Roman architecture.12