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Saint-Benoit-sur-Loire Abbey
Saint-Benoit-sur-Loire is in the Loiret department, to the south-east of Orléans.
It is the abbey at the village that is the big attraction. Dating from the 11th century (and built on the site of an even older religious edifice that had been destroyed) it is one of the best examples of Roman style churches in France.
Two particular highlights at the abbey are the elaborate carving around the doorway of scenes from the apocalypse, and the Roman mosaic floor in the chancel section. There are many other notable features in the abbey - carvings, pillars and statues - your guided tour will explain them all!
The abbey is still actively occupied by benedict monks.
The houses in the part of Saint-Benoit-sur-Loire around the abbey also create an attractive ensemble.
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