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The Sainte-Foy abbey-church in Conques was a popular stop for pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela, in what is now Spain. Its construction was begun on the foundations of a smaller earlier basilica, directed by the abbot Odolric (1031–1065) and completed around the year 1120. Built in Romanesque style, using a warm-colored local limestone in-filled with a local gray schist, the daringly large dome that originally covered the crossing collapsed and was replaced in the 15th century.. The main draw for medieval pilgrims at Conques were the relics of Sainte Foy, the statue of a martyred young woman from the fourth century. Her name has been assimilated into the general conception of 'Holy Faith.' In the late 9th century, a monk from Conques allegedly stole these relics from a nearby monastery in order to draw travelers (and wealth) to Conques. After being picked up from your hotel depart for the Aveyron area and reach the wonderful village of Conques. Here, follow your guide to admire the famous Abbey and to comprehend the fascinating tympanum that still bears original colors dating back to the 12th century. Then enjoy some free time in the village for lunch and personal discovery. Return to Toulouse.

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