🇫🇷 Clermont Cathedral: Where Volcanic Stone Meets Heavenly Light ⛪️✨

🖤 The Black Jewel of Auvergne • World's only Gothic cathedral built with volcanic lava stone (since 1248!) • Dramatic silhouette visible from across the city (my daily view from the terrace ☕️) • Fun fact: The stone contains magnetite – try sticking a fridge magnet to its walls! 🌈 Light Show of the Divine The stained glass windows create ever-changing: • Morning: Golden halos on the nave floor • Afternoon: Blue mosaics dancing across pews • Dusk: Fiery red beams through the rose window Secret Spot: The south transept at 3PM – light hits a hidden dove carving that seems to come alive ✍️ Wall of Wishes • Star-shaped prayer notes flutter like celestial confetti • Non-religious version: Leave hopes in the "volcanic vent" donation box (locals believe the mountain's energy amplifies intentions) 🪙 Souvenir Hack • €2 commemorative coins from the vending machine (proceeds fund organ restoration) • Bring exact change – the machine devoured my €5 note 😅 🌇 Perfect Visit Time 4-6PM: ✓ Fewer crowds ✓ Best photo light ✓ Evening Mass choir practice (free concert!) #SacredArchitecture #GothicWonder #ClermontMoments