“The bible, but as a graphic novel” is how Milana described the incredible stained glass windows of Sainte-Chapelle, built between 1242 and 1248 to house a bunch of holy relics (including the allegedly authentic Crown of Thorns) by France’s Louis IX.

Entering the upper chapel of the church is one of those breath-taking “HOW did humans create this?” moments. The intense gemstone colour of every piece of glass, pieced together in 1,113 scenes that tell the key stories of the bible, makes for a sumptuous and overwhelming sight.

It’s best to pre-book tickets to Sainte-Chapelle online for timed-entry tickets. Adults 11 euro 50, and kids under 18 free.