Tours Cathedral, officially known as Cathédrale Saint-Gatien de Tours, stands as a magnificent example of French Gothic architecture. Constructed between 1170 and 1547, it is the seat of the Archbishops of Tours and a pivotal part of the Tours ecclesiastical province. Notable for its twin towers and stunning stained glass, the cathedral has been a classified monument historique since 1862 and is owned by the French State, with the Catholic Church retaining exclusive rights of use.