Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives Abbey

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The Abbey Church of Saint-Pierre-sur-Diveswas was rebuilt in the 12th century and 13th centuries and restored and modified in the 16th and 17th centuries, replacing the former abbey church built in 1011 by William the Conqueror's aunt, Countess Lesceline. The church was entirely restored in the 16th century. By that time it got its general current appearance: a long main nave with two aisles and five radiating chapels, in the gothic style.

Address
Rue de l'Église 2-6, Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives, France

Established
12th century

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