From the middle of the 12th century and during the 13th century, the French episcopate undertook the construction of numerous cathedrals.

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In barely a century and a half, their development has been dazzling. The grandeur of the buildings must signify the power of the Church in medieval society. Responsible for building them, architects will constantly have to find solutions to build them ever higher. Pharaonic and costly projects are beginning to see the light of day throughout the kingdom.

Secrets of cathedrals - The race for records
Director: Jérôme Gluzicki
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