Nevers
(Burgundy)
Pop: 55,000
On the banks of the Loire River lies the rural commune of
Nevers, a pilgrimage site of Saint Bernadette (of Lourdes)
Soubirous, whose body lies in exhibit in a glass and bronze
coffin in the convent of St-Gildard.
Nevers features narrow, winding byways through many
vintage homes dating from the 14th through 17th centuries
and is home to a thriving community of porcelain and
pottery artisans.
Attractions in Nevers
The Palais Ducale
St.Etienne-10th century Romanesque church,
Porte du Croux
Pont sur la Loire
Cathdrale de Saint Cyr-Sainte Julitte-combines gothic
and Romanesque architectural aspects
Promenade des Remparts
Parc Roger Salengro
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