Château de Saint-Hippolyte

Monestiés, France

Château de Saint-Hippolyte was first time documented in 1313. The current appearance dates from the 17th and 19th centuries. The square form castle has chapel.

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Monestiés, France
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Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

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Guy Bernard Aboulin (2 years ago)
StHippolyte is a timeless place, in an arboretum of cedars from Lebanon. The Church houses a 15th century altarpiece. The spirituality, the poetry, of the place make this space a magical place. Meet Sully, the guardian, you will then be in another era, with his 95 years, he remakes a world full of wisdom.
Xavier Cormary (6 years ago)
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