Apse, Abbey Church, Fontevraud Abbey, Loire Valley, France
Apse and ambulatory of the Romanesque abbey church of Fontevraud Abbey, Fontevraud-l'Abbaye, Loire Valley, Maine-et-Loire, France. The apse is surrounded by an ambulatory and large stone pillars, and a central altar. The abbey itself was founded in 1100 by Robert of Arbrissel, who created the Order of Fontevraud. It was a double monastery for monks and nuns, run by an abbess. The abbey is listed as a historic monument and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picture by Manuel Cohen
Picture No
13432183
Media ID
45116012
Size
8210px x 4978px
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Credit
Manuel Cohen / Mary Evans
Source
Photograph by Manuel Cohen
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