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There has been an important church at Chartres since the 5th century. The present cathedral was begun in 1194 and completed in 1220, making it rare because it was done within a lifetime. The cathedral is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
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Chartres_entrance  [1 of 14] ExhibitPlus Chartres_entrance There has been an important church at Chartres since the 5th century. The present cathedral was begun in 1194 and completed in 1220, making it rare because it was done within a lifetime. The cathedral is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.