Martin M. Miles' photos with the keyword: Abbaye Notre-Dame de Ganagobie

The monastery in Ganagobie, on a plateau over the river Durance, was founded within the 10th century. It prospered, but got devasted during the Wars of Religion. After the French Revolution it was sold - and the monastry was partly demolished. The church, seen here, was constructed within the 12th century. In 1898, during renovation work, these mosaics from 1124 were discovered under the floor. A romanesque masterpiece of 72m². Unique in size and quality of workmanship in France. Only three coulours were used: red (sandstone), white (marble) and black (limestone). This is about the nearest the average visitor can approach them. Here is more information: www.ndganagobie.com/index.htm

The monastery in Ganagobie, on a plateau over the river Durance, was founded within the 10th century. It prospered, but got devasted during the Wars of Religion. After the French Revolution it was sold - and the monastry was partly demolished. The church, seen here, was constructed within the 12th century. The portal is unique and remembers to Moorish architecture. The carving of the tympanum shows Christ, surrounded by the symbols of the four evangelists. There is a theory, saying this part may come from Burgundy (Ganagobie was clunian). On the lintel below are the twelve apostles. Here is more information: www.ndganagobie.com/index.htm

The monastery in Ganagobie, on a plateau over the river Durance, was founded within the 10th century. It prospered, but got devasted during the Wars of Religion. After the French Revolution it was sold - and the monastry was partly demolished. The church, seen here, was constructed within the 12th century. The foundations of two older churches have been excavated. The portal is unique and remembers to Moorish architecture. The carving of the tympanum shows Christ, surrounded by the symbols of the four evangelists. On the lintel below are the twelve apostles. Here is more information: www.ndganagobie.com/index.htm