In 1991 I went on the trip of a lifetime to visit a cathedral I had studied in an art history course – Chartres Cathedral in Chartres, France. Coming from Canada, where old buildings are often no more than 100 years old, it was incredible to visit a place where construction began in 1145.
I was fascinated by the beautiful Gothic architecture and in particular the stained glass windows. This is the West Rose Window. I have a dim memory of standing under it in awe. My little film camera didn’t do it justice, but here it is as I saw it.
I often return to this cathedral in my mind or on Google Maps. It’s my favorite place to see beautiful art that has survived the test of time.
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Yes, definitely, YES! one of many sacred favorite places I want to visit before I die.
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Thanks so much for your comment and for following my blog. I hope you can go to Chartres someday! It’s definitely worth visiting. Have you seen the TV program “Civilisation: A Personal View by Kenneth Clark”? It has a section on Chartres Cathedral that’s almost like being there too – a great way to prepare for a trip to Chartres.
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What I have is a book of Chartres Stain Glass window like material I bought in Edmonton was back in 1991 that depicts the Nativity. I still have yet to frame them.
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That sounds beautiful!
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That must have been an incredible trip, and for the memories to continue to linger and for you to continue to think on this place.
I hear you about history – Singapore is very young, even younger than Canada; we are just 53 this year. So when I am in the midst of old buildings, it is quite awe-inspiring!
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Wow, and I thought Canada was young! I didn’t realize Singapore was that much younger!
Yes, such a different experience seeing old buildings – I remember being amazed by the indentations in stone steps that had been worn down by many feet over the centuries.
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Stained glass Windows are beautiful all over the world – themes vary or are same, but my hat to the artists.
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I agree – it must be a difficult skill to master, with such beautiful results!
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