St Vincents Cathedral

Viviers day #8

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July 11th 2012
This morning we enjoyed a cool, quiet, lovely walking tour of this charming peaceful village. We walked to the smallest cathedral in all France. The difference between a cathedral and a church is that a bishop sits in a cathedral but not in a church. This cathedral has a marvelous organ and we were treated to a concert by the organist. We returned to the boat in time for lunch. After lunch they h ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more