Le Mans Cathedral facts for kids
The Cathedral of Le Mans is a cathedral built in the Gothic style in the town of Le Mans, France. It is dedicated to Saint Julien; he was the first bishop of Le Mans; he is also buried in the cathedral. It is somewhat unusual in the West. It is often compared to those of Reims and Chartres. Its building was influenced a lot by the cathedral of Bourges. It is also special because its nave is built in Romanesque style, but the choir is built in Gothic style.
Images for kids
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Plan of the current cathedral
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View from the Romanesque nave towards the High-Gothic choir
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Oldest stained glass window in situ, depicting the Virgin and apostles during the Ascension of the Christ.
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View of the north elevation of the choir from the south aisle, showing the triforium and clerestory windows
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A prehistoric menhir placed at the southwest corner of the cathedral in 1778
See also
In Spanish: Catedral de Le Mans para niños
