The Cathédrale Saint Jean Baptiste in Perpignan stands as a serene fusion of southern Gothic architecture and Catalan character where the warm stone exterior leads you into a spacious nave filled with soft light wooden vaulting and richly decorated chapels that reflect centuries of devotion. As you walk through the cathedral the ornate altarpieces carved choir stalls and atmospheric side aisles create a gentle rhythm that invites you to pause and take in the details while the adjoining Campo Santo the oldest surviving cloister cemetery in France adds an open arcaded courtyard that feels both solemn and peaceful. After your visit you can continue with a relaxed stroll through the nearby historic streets or follow the path toward the Castillet or the river Bassa which makes the cathedral a natural starting point for exploring Perpignan’s old town and its calm yet vivid sense of place.
Part of: France