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   What is Sainte Chapelle?

   • Rather this stunner is known as Sainte Chapelle. (That means “Holy Chapel” in plain old English.) The building is in the courtyard of the Palais de la Cité (Conciergerie), and not on any main street. It is right next to the legal courthouses in the Palais de Justice, which makes it difficult to enter because of security reasons.

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   Where was Sainte Chapelle built?

   • Sainte Chapelle or the “Holy Chapel” is a gothic church built by Saint Louis in Ile de la Cité in the centre of Paris. Sainte Chapelle...

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   What happened to Sainte Chapelle?

   • The building was entirely secularised after the French Revolution. In 1862 the Chapel was classified as an historical monument and these days it is operated by the French Centre of National Monuments, along with the Conciergerie. 13. The Royal relics were moved from Sainte Chapelle to Notre-Dame de Paris.

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   Is Sainte Chapelle still a tourist attraction?

   • A period of restoration took place between 1841 and 1867 under the direction of Duban and Lassus. The relics are now housed in the Treasury at the Notre Dame Cathedral, but there are still many attractions in Sainte Chapelle. With its two impressive upper and lower chapels and imposing gothic architecture, Sainte Chapelle a top tourist attraction.

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2. www.britannica.com › place › Sainte-ChapelleSainte-Chapelle | Description, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   Sainte-Chapelle (Holy Chapel) was commissioned by Louis IX, also known as St. Louis, who was undoubtedly France’s most pious king. He went on Crusades and purchased sacred relics for exorbitant prices. His chapel was specifically designed with the latter in mind.

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3. www.sainte-chapelle.fr › en › discoverHistory of the Sainte-Chapelle - CMN

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   • Precious vestige of the royal palace of the Cité. Precious vestige of the royal palace of the City The Sainte-Chapelle was built in the middle of the 13th century by Louis IX, future Saint Louis, to house the most prestigious relic of the Passion of Christ: the Crown of Thorns and a fragment of the True Cross.
   • Saint Louis, a key figure in the Sainte-Chapelle. Key historical figure, Louis IX, known as "the Prudhomme" and more commonly called Saint Louis was a Capetian king of France born on 25th April 1214 in Poissy and died on 25th August 1270 in Carthage, near Tunis.
   • THE IMPORTANCE OF POSSESSING THE RELICS OF THE PASSION OF CHRIST. In medieval times, Christian fervor attributed great value to relics, whose possession conferred considerable prestige.
   • THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HOLY CHAPEL, AN ARCHITECTURAL FEAT. The building was also conceived as a palatine chapel, located in the heart of the residence of the Capetian kings on the Ile de la Cité.

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   History. Construction of France. Sainte-Chapelle was inspired by the earlier Carolingian royal chapels, notably the Palatine Chapel of Charlemagne at his palace in Aix-la-Chapelle (now Aachen). It was built in about 800 and served as the oratory of the Emperor.

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   Nov 24, 2020 · Sainte Chapelle history. The construction of Sainte Chapelle began in 1246 under the orders of King Louis IX, and was carried out with the specific purpose of housing the relics of the Passion of Christ, including the Crown of Thorns and a fragment of the true cross.

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   1 day ago · Sainte Chapelle is a true gem in the heart of Paris, a testament to the incredible artistry and craftsmanship of the Middle Ages. Its stunning gothic architecture, breathtaking stained glass windows, and rich religious history make it a must-see destination for anyone visiting the city.

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   Explore the history and get the facts about Sainte Chapelle in Paris. From its construction, its famed stained glass windows, its holy relics and more.

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   The 13th century Sainte-Chapelle is one of the most extraordinary sights in Paris and a remarkable achievement of gothic architecture with almost all the upper chapel walls replaced by stained glass windows. History of Sainte-Chapelle.