Cathedral Chartres

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A famous [[Gothic|Gothic]] cathedral in Chartres, France, built mainly between 1194 and 1250. It is celebrated for its soaring pointed arches, [[Flying Buttress|flying buttress]]es, stained glass windows that tell biblical stories, and sculpted portals with detailed figures of saints and kings. The cathedral exemplifies Gothic emphasis on height, light, and spiritual awe.

Example artwork/feature: The Blue Virgin stained glass window (Notre Dame de la Belle Verrière) is a famous masterpiece of Gothic art at Chartres.

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