The cathedral was built almost entirely between 1220 and c. 1270, a remarkably short period of time for a Gothic cathedral, giving it an unusual unity of style.

With its two soaring towers and three large portals filled with sculpture, Amiens Cathedral crowns the northern French city of Amiens. The cathedral is still ...

Amiens Cathedral, in the heart of Picardy, is one of the largest 'classic' Gothic churches of the 13th century. It is notable for the coherence of its plan, ...

Amiens Cathedral is not only one of the most important examples of Gothic architecture from the medieval period, it is an experiential work of art signed by its ...

Amiens Cathedral, Gothic cathedral located in the historic city of Amiens, France, in the Somme River valley north of Paris.

This jewel of classical Gothic architecture combines all the features of contemporary buildings: flying buttresses and ribbed vaults which allowed the cathedral ...

The largest Gothic cathedral in the world. Of gigantic proportions, a 112-metre-high spire, sumptuous sculpted portals, black and white marble paving that ...

Jan 11, 2022 · Story of a City talks about Amiens Cathedral, the largest cathedral in France, and one of the most well preserved and cohesive in style.

It is the largest cathedral in France and although definitely 13th century Gothic in style, a place of worship has rested on this site since the fifth century.