Sunday, January 23, 2011

Saint Guilhem

On Friday we ventured up into the mountains to a tiny town called Saint Guilhem-de-Desert. The tiny winding cobblestone streets and surrounding mountainside made for a picturesque landscape. What makes Saint Guilhem famous is its religious significance for pilgrims, both of the 11th century and today. In the church there is displayed the remains of Saint Guilhem's body, as well as what is supposedly a piece of Jesus' original cross.

Chris Lim sports the french braid:


The town of Saint Guilhem:



Outside of the church:

Part of the original cross is supposedly encased inside this golden cross, displayed in the church:

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