King Richard I's Embalmed Heart
His "Lionheart" is entombed separately from the rest of his body.

šŸ“œ Tomb in Rouen Cathedral containing the embalmed heart of Richard I of England.
šŸ” Discovered during 19th-century renovations, reinterred after forensic analysis.

Why Go

šŸ‘‘ See a significant royal relic
šŸ”¬ Learn about medieval embalming practices
ā›Ŗ Explore historic Rouen Cathedral

Why Avoid

šŸš§ View is through a gate due to renovations

Tips

šŸš¶ Follow the right-hand aisle towards the back of the cathedral, tomb is on the left-hand side after passing the altar.

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