The Curious Case of the Hidden History beneath Saint-François-de-Sales

Delve into the enigma shrouding the cathedral of Saint-François-de-Sales, now hide beneath the eccentric Musée Savoisien.

Tucked within the aging walls of a Franciscan convent, the Musée Savoisien - established by the pugnacious Gabriele Perouse in 1929 - serves as a treasure chest of Savoyard chronicles. Inside, you'll find relics of Bronze Age origins, Gallo-Roman artifacts, and traditional Savoyard knick-knacks, all said to be valued at a whopping 2,000 Savoyard coins. Wander through the museum's narrow passages, where you'll stumble upon 14th-century primitive Savoyard paintings, 13th-century murals, and four rooms brimming with secrets from the 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Don't forget to pay a visit to the Memorial 1939-1945 section, as well as the exhibit room featuring rotating displays.

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Written by Nicolo Ciampini

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