As the former capital of Poitou, the city of Poitiers has a rich architectural and religious heritage. The flagship monument of the historic centre, the 11th and 12th century church of Notre-Dame-la-Grande, is a remarkable example of Romanesque art, with its superb sculpted façade dating from the 12th century. Every evening in summer and during the Christmas holidays, a magnificent light show, the Polychromies, brings back to life the colours that once adorned the sculptures of the church's façade. A magical moment not to be missed...