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Saint-Philibert
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St Philibert

It is situated next to Saint Benigne. This church dates from the 12th century and is quite beautiful.

Written Nov 7, 2007

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Saint-Benigne / Dijon Cathedral
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St Benigne

Also known as the Dijon Cathedral. This cathedral is erected on the site of a Romanesque crypt,dating from 1007. The dormitory is now used to house the archaeological museum.

Written Nov 7, 2007

Address: Rue de Maret & Rue Mariotte

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Place Francois Rude
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Place Francois Rude

This square has a laughing naked men in the middle. A beautiful square with a medieval feel. In the shops around the square you will found many selling wine and the famous Cassis.

Written Nov 7, 2007

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Saint-Michel
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St Michel

This beautiful church is said to be an example of the transition from Gothic to the Rennaissance style.

Written Nov 7, 2007

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Church of Notre-Dame
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Notre Dame - Dijon

This church was built in the 13th century. It is built in the Burgundian Gothic style. Quite spectacular with interesting glass-stained windows and gargoyles.

Written Nov 7, 2007

Website: www.dijon-tourism.com

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St Benigne Cathedral Crypt
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St Benigne Crypt
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This is a crypt below Eglise St Benigne Crypt. It is very interesting and worth a visit. The Archaeology Museum is in the building next door, once a part of a monestary.

Updated Aug 26, 2006

Address: at Place St Benigne

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Notre Dame
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This magnificent 13th-century Gothic church has a facade with gargoyles, columns and the popular Jacquemart clock.

Written Feb 7, 2005

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Walking through the streets....
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We came across this gorgeous little garden nursery shop. We even ended up buying seeds to plant when we got home. Stop and "smell the roses". French flower shops are just so beautiful....

Written Sep 20, 2004

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An old house
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Eglise Notre Dame
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