Vezelay, France - UNESCO World Heritage Site

 Place: Vezelay, France

Weather: Rain, 44/59F

Route: From Montbard 67 km WSW on D957.

Significance: It was founded in the 9th century and soon became popular as a pilgrimage site when it acquired the relics of Mary Magdalene. It was the starting point for the second and third crusades in the 12th century.

Website: UNESCO World Heritage Site

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The hill town of Vezelay (from whc.unesco.org)

The 12th century church (from whc.unesco.org)