Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral
Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral
Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral
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C.E.
London, UK33 contributions
Feb 2022
An interesting site and something I hadn't really seen before elsewhere. It was bigger than I expected and had good information signs and you get an audio guide too.
Not sure it was totally worth the price - that really depends how much you're interested in churches and religion. But still good for anyone.
Not sure it was totally worth the price - that really depends how much you're interested in churches and religion. But still good for anyone.
Written February 9, 2022
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Kat M
Reims, France37 contributions
Jan 2020
As an avid fan of museums, I tend to have high expectations, especially when it comes to ones that involve archeological sites. This site is located underneath St. Pierre's Cathedral, which made for some stunning moments while Mass was going on above me (hearing church bells and singing was wonderful).
In terms of the museum by itself, the audioguide was incredibly informative and helped to tell the story of the site and the buildings that have been there for hundreds of years.
In terms of the museum by itself, the audioguide was incredibly informative and helped to tell the story of the site and the buildings that have been there for hundreds of years.
Written January 21, 2020
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Amornrat J
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Feb 2022 • Solo
Hidden gems in Geneva.. Interesting excavation that brought us back in times to the early inhabitants .. Nicely exhibited, the audio guide ans presentation is really useful.. I must say it’s beyond my expectation.. very well done
Written February 6, 2022
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Lilibug_10
Ottawa, Canada26 contributions
Mar 2021 • Family
The archaeological site below St-Pierre Cathedral is truly magnificent. My children are young but enjoyed it with additional explanation I was able to provide. The experience was ruined, however, by a very rude staff member at the front desk. We were the only visitors of the site and he very rudely asked me not to talk above a whisper while visiting the exhibit. He actually called me over and said, “I just want to make sure you understand this is a museum. Talking is not allowed.” This, to me, is unacceptable. I paid a fee to have my two kids with me (6&7 years old) and it is unreasonable to expect them to stay silent during the visit. They were calm and had lots of interesting questions that would help them understand what they were seeing. I do not recommend this place on that basis.
Written March 17, 2021
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MVM
43 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
Excellent archeology site under the cathedral dating back over 2,000 years which explains the history of the region as well as the cathedral. The headset they give you is very helpful and easy to use. I spent over an hour admiring the history of the architecture and listening to the recordings.
Written March 7, 2023
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Benee C
7 contributions
Aug 2022
The audio tour and exhibits were wonder. Amazing that this extensive work was done beneath the existing structure. Need a full 45 minutes to see the entire exhibit. Well worth the time.
Written August 15, 2022
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Eosphotog
Amherst, NH109 contributions
May 2019 • Solo
While not for everyone, if you're interested in archaeology, history, architecture, and/or the evolution of religion this is a fascinating visit. When the cathedral was renovated the floor was removed, and 2000+ years of history was literally unearthed. Going down takes you back in time to when the site was a burial mound. Over centuries structures were built, then destroyed, modified, and reused. As you travel the ruins that lay under the church, you will discover old roman crypts, mosaic tiles floors, baptism pools, and even the site of were a large bell was cast.
This is truly a unique site, and they've done a spectacular job in preservation, restoration (in some cases), documentation, and presentation.
I saw the sign walking by and am oh so glad I checked it out!
This is truly a unique site, and they've done a spectacular job in preservation, restoration (in some cases), documentation, and presentation.
I saw the sign walking by and am oh so glad I checked it out!
Written May 31, 2019
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Bill R
Salt Lake City, UT4 contributions
Apr 2012 • Couples
We were in Geneva for only a day in 2002 (I lied on When did you visit? question for this review.) and had no plan for where we'd go. The cathedral was the most obvious site, and we headed that way. The cathedral, itself was wonderful, but we were surprised to find a sign for the archeological dig beneath.
I have been sharing what we experienced with folks ever since then!
To realize that this site reveals a line of religious practice going back to a pagan altar is fascinating! It's like squishing an entire college course on religious history into a one-hour tour. This is "must see" for anyone who revels history.
I have been sharing what we experienced with folks ever since then!
To realize that this site reveals a line of religious practice going back to a pagan altar is fascinating! It's like squishing an entire college course on religious history into a one-hour tour. This is "must see" for anyone who revels history.
Written March 14, 2013
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Aernout Z
Canton of Vaud, Switzerland69 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
This was an absolute surprise: the way this museum has been put together (architecturally, design wise, content and light design) is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best museums I have ever visited... While you walk under the existing Cathedral you see and feel history come alive. One word of advise: get the audio guide at the entry to take you on a journey through space and time!!!!
For me the most outstanding element of the whole location is the skeleton of a chief who was buried here in the first century BC. Somehow this gentleman had become so important that his followers constructed a memorial for him, which later became so laden with meaning that the new Christian faith could not but build their own sacred places on top of his grave...
From the grave of a chief to the Cathedral where the Reformation could inspire large swathes of Europe, and the world...
Absolutely amazing place!!!!
For me the most outstanding element of the whole location is the skeleton of a chief who was buried here in the first century BC. Somehow this gentleman had become so important that his followers constructed a memorial for him, which later became so laden with meaning that the new Christian faith could not but build their own sacred places on top of his grave...
From the grave of a chief to the Cathedral where the Reformation could inspire large swathes of Europe, and the world...
Absolutely amazing place!!!!
Written February 10, 2017
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BelRae
Sydney, Australia251 contributions
May 2016 • Solo
I enjoyed this. 8 francs to come through and check out centuries of history. It is well preserved. You get an audio tour as part of the admission which provides lots of interesting tidbits for the tour.
Written May 6, 2016
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