Amiens Cathedral, in the heart of Picardy, is one of the largest 'classic' Gothic churches of the 13th century. It is notable for the coherence of its plan, the beauty of its three-tier interior ...

Amiens is the largest cathedral in France, with an inner volume twice the size of that of Notre-Dame de Paris. Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Amiens in setting sun. (photo: Shutterstock) Courtney ...

The Amiens Cathedral, listed as a Historical Monument in 1882 and included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1981, is a reference in its style and also has a series of curious elements that make it ...

Tucked away in the Picardie region of northern France, not far from Lille, Rouen, or even Paris, this city remains surprisingly under the radar. And yet, Amiens is full of fascinating history and a ...

This captivating drone video soars above the historic heart of Amiens, France, the location of the biggest Christmas Market in the North of France. Glide over the colossal, UNESCO World Heritage ...

I am delighted to join you all today to mark this important centenary in this historic Cathedral of Amiens. From the very start of the First World War, Amiens found itself at the heart of the conflict ...

The cape the saint wears was once a deep, vivid red – a symbol of generosity for medieval Christians, and a reminder of the blood shed by Christ on the cross – but for centuries it has been the drab ...

The French city of Amiens is a 90-minute drive from Calais. With its historic buildings, cafes and canals, it's easy to forget that two World Wars were fought in this now peaceful area. It's the ...