West exterior of the Saint Jean Baptistery in Poitiers, France

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This building dates from 360, making it the oldest church in France. However it was significantly modified in later centuries. The narthex shown here dates from around 1000.

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Size: 5200px × 3443px
Location: Poitiers, Poitou-Charentes, France
Photo credit: © Holly Hayes / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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