Abbaye aux Hommes

Caen, France

Construction of the Gothic choir begins at the beginning of the thirteenth century; the tower collapses in 1566

Viewed from North-West corner of cloisters

Other views

  • Apse (viewed from East)
  • Towers (viewed from East)
  • Cloister
  • Grave of William the Conqueror
  • Nave and chancel
  • Interior tracery and arches
  • Photograph 2010 and text by George P. Landow

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