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Reims Top Rated Attractions Travel Guide
Reims is a place full of surprises and attractions. The city offers an unforgettable historic experience for those interested. Here are some top attractions of Reims that you should visit. |
The Cathedral of Notre Dame is located in the center of the city in Place du Cardinal-Lucon. On the north side of the cathedral is the Justice Center. There are bronze statues of Joan of Arc. It is very popular for its rich depictions and sculptural decorations. It is a huge gothic style construction and was built in the 16th century. It is considered to be one of the greatest cathedrals in Europe. However, the church suffered several damages during World War I. Much of it was restored later. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Museum of Fine Arts lies to the west of the center of the city. It is a very huge collection of paintings, sculptures and antiques. These belonged to the notable people. One of the popular possessions of the museum is the tapestry depicting the story of Saint Remi.
The Bishops Palace is another popular attraction, and now it has been converted into a cathedral museum. A lot of items from the cathedral’s treasury are displayed here. This structure is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site today.
Porte De Mars is a triumphal arc, and it was built in the 3rd century. It served as the main gate to the town until the 15th century. However, in the 18th century, all the adjoining buildings were removed so that arch was completely exposed. That is how you can see it today and marvel at the architecture.
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