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The gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame, also known as Strasbourg Cathedral is a gigantic historical monument that will occupy your gaze for minutes. The Cathedral is 142 meters and was the world’s tallest building in mid 17th, late 19thcenturies. The West Front of the Cathedral, where also the main entrance is located is decorated with sculptures, beautiful rose window, and many more delicate details.
The Palais Rohan was once the residence of the house of Rohan, an ancient French Royal Family and is considered to be a masterpiece of Baroque architecture, as well as the landmark of the city in terms of its architectural, historical and cultural value.Â
The Ponts Couverts are a set of 3 bridges and 4 towers that form a defensive work built in the 13th century on the River Ill. The 3 bridges cross the 4 river channels of the River Ill that pass through Strasbourg’s historic Petite France quarter. The Ponts Couverts have been classified as a Monument historique since 1928. As a defensive structure, they were superseded by the Barrage Vauban, just upstream, in 1690, but remained in use as bridges. Currently, this building is one of the mostly visited touristic sites in Strasbourg due to their architectural value, history and picturesque view.
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