Basilique Saint-Denis, Saint-Denis, France

West facade of the Basilique Saint-Denis, a large medieval 12th century Gothic abbey church and burial site of French kings from 10th - 18th centuries, Paris, France. The West front was rebuilt 1135-40 under Abbot Suger, with 3 portals and 2 towers, although the North tower was demolished after a tornado in 1846. Picture by Manuel Cohen

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© Manuel Cohen

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Abbey Church Of Saint Denis, France