St Savin Chapel France

Saint-Savin, also referred to as Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe, is a commune in the Vienne department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in wester…
Saint-Savin, also referred to as Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe, is a commune in the Vienne department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in western France. It is located on the banks of the Gartempe. The Romanesque Abbey Church, begun in the mid 11th century, contains many beautiful 11th- and 12th-century murals which are still in a remarkable state of preservation. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983.
  • Country: France
  • Region: Nouvelle-Aquitaine
  • Area: 18.8 km² (7.3 sq mi)
  • Elevation: 72–142 m (236–466 ft) · (avg. 80 m or 260 ft)
  • Department: Vienne
  • Arrondissement: Montmorillon
  • Canton: Montmorillon

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