Take a journey back to the heart of Paris and explore the magnificent medieval structures that once stood on Île de la Cité. In this documentary, ‘Structures Of Marvel: Medieval Paris,’ airing on SBS and streaming on SBS On Demand, viewers will uncover the secrets of two remarkable remnants of a grand palace: the Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie.
Built in the early Middle Ages, the Palais des Rois, or Palace of the Kings, was once one of the most majestic palaces of its time. Today, only two parts of this grand structure remain: the Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie. Archaeologists, architects, and historians come together to reveal the construction techniques and secrets of these impressive buildings.
The Sainte-Chapelle, with its daring design, was the largest palatial chapel of its time. Meanwhile, the Conciergerie, a medieval room of impressive dimensions, served a more somber purpose as a prison, famously housing the jails of Marie-Antoinette.
By examining quasi-imperceptible details and utilizing 3D explanations, experts uncover the ingenuity behind the construction of these medieval marvels. Discover how these structures became the most accomplished buildings of the Middle Ages and explore their rich history.
Structures Of Marvel: Medieval Paris premieres on SBS and streams on SBS On Demand on Sunday, 7 July 2024, at 7:30 pm, as part of SBS’s Focus On France collection.
