Souvenir Medal Monnaie de Paris 2007 - Eglise Fortifiée (13)

The fortified church of the Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer is a religious building located in the town of Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, in the Camargue region in the south of France. This church is dedicated to the Saintes Maries and Saint Sara and is renowned for its fortified architecture, constructed in the 9th century to defend against the incursions of Saracen pirates. The interior of the church houses statues, paintings, and religious artifacts honoring the Saintes Maries and serves as a pilgrimage site for both Christians and the Roma community. The church is a significant historical and religious site, open to visitors, and a popular tourist destination in Provence.