November 2011
The reason Stacy Lyn dragged took us Socks to Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral is not only because of its phenomenal beauty, but moreso because of its connection to the French monarchy – kings were coronated there since time immemorial.
And of course, Clovis of the Franks – yes, that would be THE Clovis – was baptised there way back in 496 a.d. He’s like a Frankish rock star! (Kind of cute, too.) Here we are standing on a plaque that commemorates this monumental occasion in European history.
Ok, we’ll confess, we Socks like churches as much as Stacy Lyn does. We were wowed by the sheer magnitude of the place – the manpower, artistry, and insight that went into building this place that really is a testament to man’s connection to the ethereal.
Stacy Rambles 
Incredible.
And this is quite the collection of church photo essays you’re building!
It’s a curse – or a blessing, depending on how you look at it. ❤
Another amazing Cathedral! It is amazing what mankind can create when we put our minds to it. The stained glass windows are so beautiful. xx
Yes, I believe this is my favorite church in France. ❤
I love Notre de Dame de Reims cathedral as well. I spent hours and hours taking photographs of the cathedral on sunny days:
http://mariesophoto.wordpress.com/2011/07/11/rheims-because-it-is-the-most-beautiful-to-me/
and also on special occasion:
http://mariesophoto.wordpress.com/2011/07/09/800/
If Stacy Lyn is still in Reims, then you, socks, need to walk her to the basilica of St Remi. Built around the years 1000 it is amazing as well!
Thanks for sharing, Marie – we’ll try to make it to St. Remi, too. ❤