Frejus

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Frejus, Cote d'Azur, France - Cathedral, Baptistry and Cloister Some information on the architecture provided. More information at the town's website (in French). Click on photos to enlarge



Cathedral tower from south, east and north east. 12th century but octagonal stage added in the 16th century		Fortified tower of the old bishop's palace next to the cathedral (13-14th century)



	Baptistry 5th century



	Baptistry interior. Roman columns of 2nd century. Typical octagonal font of the period, which originally had columns at each corner and a cupola.



	Cloister 13th century, upper part 14th century



	14th century wooden ceilings replaced vaulted ceilings which could not take upper floor. Contain many paintings of people and beasts.



The provost's house fronting the west side of the cloister (13th century)



	16th century entrance to baptistry, cloister and cathedral. Carved doors in entrance from 1530.




	Cathedral interior. Nave and north aisle 1000-1200 AD



	Former Bishop's Palace, now the town hall, on south side of cathedral

More information at the Frejus town website (in French)

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