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|  | The Romans founded it, the kings of France loved it, Balzac sang its praises. From its glorious past, Tours has preserved an exceptional heritage and is inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List.
Cathédrale Saint-Gratien
The cathedral summarizes better than a book evolutions in Gothic art, from the sober early style, as seen in the choir, to the Flamboyant Gothic of the façade. The cupolas of the towers were among the first to be built in the Renaissance.
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Mantegna, Rubens, Rembrandt... the museum houses a rich collection of paintings from the Middle Ages to the 10th century. As you leave, look at the corner tower, built on the surrounding Gallo-Roman wall. |
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| | Place Plumereau
Since its construction in the Middle Ages, Place "Plum" has not changed. Yes, drinks stands have replaced medieval carts, but the square is still picturesque, with its timbered 15th and 16th century houses.
St. Martin's Basilica
Built, modified, torn down, rebuilt - between the 5th century and now, the neo-Byzantine basilica has had many different faces but was always dedicated to the same saint: St. Martin of Tours. Born in the 4th century, he was the most illustrious missionary in the western world, allowing Tours to become the religious center of France until the end of the Middle Ages. His tomb, covered with ex-votos, is in the crypt. |
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