The day was very hot and the cool interior welcoming, but once inside we discovered a treasure.
This panel is simply standing on a block. It looks like an individual painting but was obviously part of a wall painting.
The impressive ceiling of a vaulted side chapel. The colours are still vibrant after all these centuries.
It's hard to believe that this is a 12th century statue, it is in perfect condition. How many people over the years have seen this?
One of many beautiful stained glass windows.
Can anyone read the ancient Latin inscription?
The paintings were breathtaking, the colours so vibrant. Of course there was damage but considering the time they have been there it was a rare treat indeed to see them. I've never seen medieval wall paintings covering whole walls before, usually you come across part of a wall or small panels, but here huge areas have survived.
Fantastic!
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