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Basilica of Saint-Denis

At the Basilica of Saint-Denis, visitors walk through the royal necropolis where the remains of most of France's kings and queens rest, with tombs and funerary monuments spanning from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. The building is recognised as the first example of Gothic architecture, with a choir that marked the start of the style and stained-glass windows that symbolise the theology of light. Inside, visitors can admire the organ built by Aristide Cavaillé-Coll in 1840, considered a prototype of the French Romantic organ and used for concerts and recordings. During the visit, it is possible to see the reconstruction work on the tower and north spire, which is included in the monument's tour route.

Things to do at Basilica of Saint-Denis: 8 missions

• Explore the tombs of the kings of FranceDiscover the tombs of the kings of France in the basilica.
• Admire the rose windows in the Basilica of Saint-DenisThe upper facades of the transepts hold two spectacular rose windows 12 metres wide.
• Admire the Portal of ValoisLook at the Portal of Valois, the last Gothic structure planned by Suger.
• Look at the mausoleum for the holy martyr DenisAdmire the mausoleum of the holy martyr Denis in Paris.
• Enjoy the chapel dedicated to the Virgin MaryEnjoy the chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary at the Basilica of Saint-Denis. Check the conditions and availability at this experience's source.
• Explore the tombs arranged around the transept crossingDiscover the tombs of kings and queens arranged around the transept crossing.
• Admire the relics of Denis of ParisLook at the relics of Denis of Paris, a patron saint of France.
• Enjoy the sanctuary that houses the saint's remainsEnjoy the sanctuary that houses the saint's remains at the Basilica of Saint-Denis. Check the conditions and availability at this experience's source.

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Source: saint-denis-basilique.fr