La Cathedrale d'Images

Walk through living pictures and music in the Cathedral of Images

Category Wondrous Performances, Architectural Oddities, Subterranean Sites

Wondrous Performances http://atlasobscura.com/category/cultures-and-civilizations/wondrous-performances Architectural Oddities http://atlasobscura.com/category/architectural-oddities Subterranean Sites http://atlasobscura.com/category/architectural-oddities/subterranean-sites

La Cathedrale d'Images (The Cathedral of Images) is a unique show set every year in Provence, not too far from Avignon.

Set in closed limestone quarries, the site provides an almost religious experience as visitors walk between its cold and dark walls, only to be surrounded by pictures and music. The show is an immersive experience as giant pictures are projected on walls, ceiling and floor, while music echoes all around.

The experience doesn't stop at the show. The site itself is located along the narrow road of the Val d'Enfer, a twisted valley whose tortured rock formations are said to have inspired Dante in "The Divine Comedy".

In that respect, driving to the Cathedral of Images is a journey through visions of Hell ending with a walk through the beauty of Heaven.

See an error? Know more? Edit this place.

  • Hours Mon-Sun: 10:00-5:00
  • Website Cathedrale d
  • Address Les Baux de Provence, France
  • Cost Adults: 7.5 euros - Children over 7: 3.5 euros - Children under 7: free
Map/Directions

Go to Google Maps

Rte Val Enfer, D27 13520 Les Baux de Provence, France Lat 43°44'56.27"N Lon 4°47'48.94"E

Post a Comment

to comment. Use your Facebook account to login instantly. Anonymous comments will be held in moderation.

Enter the Captcha code below to confirm you're human:
Captcha Image

Contributors for La Cathedrale d'Images
Nearby Places
Facebook

Follow us on Twitter and Facebook

Email updates

Stay up to date on Atlas Obscura events, tours, and new features.