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What is Mont-Saint-Michel used for today?
Tourism, mostly, but there is a small religious community.
Is mont saint Michel a jail?
No. It was used for political prisoners until 1863, but never since.
Who has lived in the Mont St Michel that is famous?
The Mont St Michel a monolithic island commune in Normandy France has had a long and varied history of inhabitants over the centuries. From 8th century monks to military forces to fortifications to a prison to a tourist hotspot people have called the Mont St Michel home. The following is a list of some of the notable individuals who have lived in the Mont St Michel: Abbot Robert de Thorigny - The abbot of Mont St Michel from 1136-1146 Robert de Thorigny was responsible for the first major building campaign on the site. Jean de Vienne - The French admiral responsible for the construction of the fortifications on Mont St Michel in the 14th century. Louis XI - The French king who used the Mont St Michel as a prison for political prisoners in the 15th century. Napoleon Bonaparte - The French emperor who had the fortifications on Mont St Michel destroyed in the 19th century.Today Mont St Michel is a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site drawing thousands of visitors each year.
What is Mont Saint Michel used for now?
The Mont Saint Michel is a village off the coast of Normandy. Some people live there including a religious community. The religious buildings (church, monastery) are still in use today but the mount is mainly a landmark and a touristic attraction; this is a great place to visit.
What materials are used to build a stadium and why are these materials used?
the materials used to build the truning torso are, medal frames . aluminum wood , glass and i dont know , just those ,,, ^^^
When was mont st Michel built?
In prehistoric times the bay was land. As sea levels rose erosion shaped the coastal landscape over millions of years. Several blocks of granite or granulite emerged in the bay, having resisted the wear and tear of the ocean better than the surrounding rocks. These included Lillemer, the Mont-Dol, Tombelaine and Mont Tombe, later called Mont-Saint-Michel. (Wikipedia)For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Wikipedia) indicated directly below this answer section.
What materials were used to build Tenochtitlan?
The materials are the following:woodstonedirtgold
Materials used to build a birdcage?
There are many different types of materials that can be used to build a birdcage including metal and wood.
What materials was used to build the forbidden city?
The material used to build it was wood
What Materials are used to build igloos?
Materials used to build igloos are brick shaped ices which holds the igloo's balance.
Why was there so much detail about the materials used to build the temple?
why does the text provide so much detail about the materials used to build the temple
What materials were used build to build mission santa Barbara?
granite
