Le Puy Cathedral

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Le Puy Cathedral in Le Puy-en-Velay, France, is a remarkable example of Romanesque architecture, renowned for its unique blend of styles and its historical significance as a pilgrimage site. The cathedral, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, dates back to the 12th century and is a starting point for the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. Its striking façade features a polychrome design with alternating layers of white sandstone and black volcanic rock. Inside, visitors can marvel at the impressive nave, the beautiful cloisters, and the revered Black Madonna statue, which has been a focal point of veneration for centuries.

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