A famous Gothic cathedral in Chartres, France, built mainly between 1194 and 1250. It is celebrated for its soaring pointed arches, flying buttresses, stained glass windows that tell biblical stories, and sculpted portals with detailed figures of saints and kings. The cathedral exemplifies Gothic emphasis on height, light, and spiritual awe.

Example artwork/feature: The Blue Virgin stained glass window (Notre Dame de la Belle Verrière) is a famous masterpiece of Gothic art at Chartres.