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The church Saint Gilles - A Medieval Pilgrimage Site

The church Saint Gilles | Romanesque Masterpiece of Provence Discover one of the most significant UNESCO World Heritage monuments on the Way of St. James! This documentary takes you on a fascinating journey through the history of the Abbey Church of Saint-Gilles-du-Gard in southern France. What to expect: The Provençal town of Saint-Gilles and its strategic importance in the Middle Ages The history of the abbey and its founder, Saint Aegidius The spectacular west façade – a masterpiece of Romanesque sculpture The impressive church interior with its mysterious architecture The spiritual crypt and the tomb of Saint Aegidius The tomb of Pierre de Castelnau – whose murder triggered the Albigensian Crusade The Cathar movement and its tragic fate in southern France The significance of Saint-Gilles as one of Europe's most important pilgrimage stations Visited by pilgrims from all across Europe, the Church of Saint-Gilles once stood at the center of medieval spirituality, art, and politics. Experience this architectural jewel, described as "the most beautiful page of the Provençal Bible," and learn how the assassination of papal legate Pierre de Castelnau set in motion a devastating crusade against the Cathars. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 01:42 History of the Abbey 05:10 The West Façade: Romanesque Masterpiece 08:28 The Church Interior 11:54 The Mystical Crypt 15:19 The Tomb of Saint Aegidius 21:12 Pierre de Castelnau and the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathars 21:12 End credits #SaintGilles #romanesque #unesco #wayofstjames #Provence #medievalhistory #Cathars #PierreDeCastelnau #AlbigensianCrusade #arthistory #pilgrimage #FranceTravel #churcharchitecture #france #southoffrance