basilique notre-dame-du-port

andym131

The all-black appearance of the cathedral makes it something pretty special. Don't miss the stained-glass windows! You can see some of my pictures here: http://peak-exposure.com/adventures/2013/8/17/le-massif-central

PeterE216

The exterior is more impressive than the interior. Go in the day to see the roofs from the nearby tower.

JB866

This cathedral is constructed from the local volcanic rock from the region. It is quite spectacular and the dark rock color really enhances the Gothic look. We took a quick peek inside but there was mass going on inside so we didn't look around a lot.

Lynda13

This is a magnificent 12th century Auvergne Romanesque structure. The interior is beautiful and this should be a must visit if you are in town. Be sure to visit the crypt!

MikeJL59

I don't think we have been to this cathedral once in the last 4 years but that some part has not being restored. However, the parts that are accessible are a testament to the workmanship over many centuries. Those not into religious art may not get much out of this but one can always appreciate craftsmanship.

nekram

Very interesting inside and has been sympathetically restored at some stage. Much more inviting than the cathedral up the road

EllaD90

Big impressive church which located on top of a hill (Depends on which side you arrive). The church was built from volcanic stones, which gives it's special black color. The church is built in both Roman and Gothic style. When i visited the church, someone played the organ, which made the atmosphere more dramatic. The entrance to the church is free, but climbing to the turrets costs 2 euros.

FranceMesange

Lovely restored Romanesque church with amazing carvings on the pillars. At certain times you can get a tour which is well worth it as it is a church with an amazing history. The crypt is also worth visiting...it is the confluence of two streams. It has been a religious site for a very long time and is one of the few religious places that I have felt comfortable in. I live in the area and try to go in when I am nearby as it has such a lovely atmosphere.

PiotrParis

When you have a time this church is hidden from the main touristic guides; it's dark outside however very clean and full of light inside; Take a time to spend 5 minutes to stop and think.

MagicBabeNing

It was funny that locals we stopped for directions didn't know where this UNESCO world heritage site was, though is supposedly an old gem of history and one of the few spiritual places that house a black Madonna (no, she didn't do a reverse Michael Jackson).When we finally found the minor basilica, we almost missed it. The front gate to it was almost lost to all the surrounding shops as graffiti that grew up around it. To be honest I thought we got the wrong church because after traveling to different Notre-Dames in France (Chartes, Reims, Paris, etc), I was expecting something grand.It's a very simple building, nothing stunning about it at first glance unless you've truly read up on its history then perhaps you'd appreciate it even more. There weren't any other tourists around but if you're in the area I guess it's worth a stop by.Their famous black Madonna is located down in the crypt, which was my favorite place in the basilica but only because it looked mysterious and old. Everywhere else was too bright and modern.

RemusDunedin

This is 12th century nad quite awe inspiring. The carvings and interior are amazing. It is a real sanctuary.

patriciar184

La basilique, récement restautée lumineuse. Surpenante galerie supérieure et émouvante crypte, une visite inattendue.

LMD63240

Cette église est l'un des joyaux de l'art roman. Elle a été entièrement refaite, ce qui fait que l'on a plus de luminosité qu'auparavant (même à la belle saison, elle était très sombre). Les vitraux sont de toute beauté et les châpiteaux historiés n'en dépareillent pas moins.À vos appareils photos... et n'oubliez pas le zoom (attention toutefois, FLASH INTERDIT !!!).

Voyageur_solitaire

私は、フランス人の友人に案内されて、先ずクレルモン・フェラン被昇天聖母大聖堂に立ち寄った後、旧市街の坂道を下り、このノートルダム・デュ・ポール・バジリカ聖堂を訪れました。現存の聖堂は11-12世紀の建造ですが、バス・オーベルニュ地方で代表的なロマネスク様式の教会だそうです。石造の重々しい壁には、アーチ形の窓が多数整然と並んでいて、中央部には六角形のタワーが夕日に輝いているのが印象的でした。入口の扉の上には、ち密に彫り込まれた彫刻が並んでいるタンパンが飾られていました。又、地下にあるミステリアスな雰囲気のクリプトには、黒い聖母の神々しい像が祀られていました。

carloseduardop828

Como sempre, arquitetura impressionante, o diferencial é a cor da igreja todo negra, devido as rochas vulcanicas muito comum em outras construções na cidade. A noite a igreja é toda iluminada, muito bonita.