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Known as Augusta Viromanduorum, Saint-Quentin was the capital of the Celtic Viromanduians in Gallia Belgica during Roman times. It is said to have received its current name from Saint Quintin, who, according to tradition, was martyred here while preaching Christianity in 287 AD. The martyr's remains are said to have been transferred to Saint-Quentin in 825. From the 4th to the 6th century, Saint-Quentin was a bishopric. In the early Middle Ages, it developed into an important place of pilgrimage. (Wikipedia)

The listed building is striking for its original architecture with a porch tower over 34 meters high, a double transept or a radio-concentric choir. Inside, the visitor is seduced by the ancient 260 m long labyrinth engraved in the paving of the nave. Stained glass windows installed at different times complete the artistic offer of the Saint-Quentin Basilica, with in particular medieval stained glass windows in the apse chapels dating from the 12th century. These depict episodes from the life of the Virgin Mary and Saint Stephen.

"God loves every soul with an undying love. He approaches each one with repeated, unspeakably patient offers of redemption. Even a small sign of love is enough for him to forgive and redeem. Our dear departed ones lacked a life preserver for the body; but the spiritual life preserver was not lacking, the breath of God in which the soul can clothe itself in a tiny moment, much more quickly than the body could." (Text by Albino Luciani / Pope John Paul I)

Built in the Gothic style, the Basilica of Saint-Quentin dates back to the 12th century, with work continuing until the 15th century. The building is known for its imposing façade, high arches and stained glass windows. The basilica suffered severe damage during the First World War, but was later restored. It is dedicated to Saint-Quentin, a Roman martyr, and is an important example of medieval religious architecture in the region.

Magnificent bridge renovated by the municipality of Artemps in 2021.

As a memorial to the many dead, such a "MONUMENT AUX MORTS" (usually called a "Central Memorial" or "War Memorial" in German-speaking countries) is still very important today. "Now, Lord, you let your servant depart in peace, as you have said..." it says in the so-called "Hymn of Simeon" (Luke's Gospel, Chapter 2, Verse 29). However, the people who are remembered here did not depart in peace, but became victims of war and tyranny. Therefore, the term "fallen memorial" is now sometimes used instead of the "war memorial" that was previously common in German. In the French-speaking world, however, this aspect of commemoration of the dead has long been included in the most commonly used term "MONUMENT AUX MORTS". Regardless of language and nation, such a memorial has two important and at the same time everlasting tasks: -1- to keep the memory of the suffering and horror of war alive, -2- and to remind people of the need to maintain peace in the long term.

"The town hall of Saint-Quentin (Aisne) is one of the most beautiful examples of civil architecture from the Late Middle Ages of Picardy. It is believed to be the work of Colard Noël, a Valenciennes architect who worked on the neighboring construction site of the basilica of Saint-Quentin, a symbol of communal freedoms, its architecture reveals a certain Flemish influence." (fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hôtel_de_ville_de_Saint-Quentin)

Classified as a city of Art and History, Saint-Quentin is the capital of Haute-Picardie. The city will appeal to heritage lovers with a beautiful architectural range, ranging from Gothic to neoclassical, including Art Deco.