One of the most interesting Romanesque buildings in the region, Saint Trophime Cathedral, is located on Place de la Republique. It was built on the site of the original (5th century) St. Stephen's Cathedral. In the 12th century, the relics of St. Trofim were transferred here and the temple was renamed. The magnificent portal of the Cathedral, carved from limestone, was made in 1180-90. The appearance of the portal is inspired by the Roman triumphal arch, and in the style of drawings and plant motifs, the influence of early Christian art is obvious.→