Founded in 1243 and located in the capital of the Dukes of Burgundy, the Cordeliers Convent consisted mainly of a chapel that was famous for its stained glass windows, and of lavish sculpted tombs containing the remains of a number of prominent members of the royal nobility. In 1650, the church of the Cordeliers collapsed. Thanks to numerous donations from the people of Dijon, who were particularly fond of the congregation, the church was rebuilt on its original site.
Since 1946, the Cordeliers Convent and in particular the remains of the old church and cloister have been listed as historic monuments.
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CORDELIERS' CONVENT
CONVERSION OF A CONVENT INTO A TOURIST RESIDENCE
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The former monks' quarters were rehabilitated and now offer 74 rooms, three of which are accessible to disabled persons.
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