gothic spires of men’s abbey, caen

abbaye aux hommes architectural beauty caen christianity cultural heritage european history french church gothic architecture menas abbey norman religious site saint etienne spiritual unesco world ancient arches art buttresses cathedral chapel cloister dusk ecclesiastical france historic iconic landmark medieval monastery nave normandy picturesque preservation sacred sightseeing silhouette skyline stone facade tourism traditional tranquil transept travel twin spires vault worship menacent anot acent showcases serene sky