Souvenir Medal Monnaie de Paris 2012 - Cathédrale du Mans (72)

The Cathedral of Saint Julien in Le Mans is a religious edifice located in Le Mans, France. This cathedral, dedicated to Saint Julien of Le Mans, is an outstanding example of French Gothic architecture. It features impressive stained glass windows depicting religious stories, a great height with vaults reaching over 18 meters, a richly sculpted façade with biblical scenes, and a rich history, including royal coronations. The cathedral is an important historical, religious, and architectural site in France, visited by tourists and pilgrims, and it serves as the seat of the Archdiocese of Le Mans.