There are two things in a historical monument: its use and its beauty. Its use belongs to the owner, its beauty to everyone. It is therefore exceeding one's right to destroy it. Victor Hugo

An essential figure in the heritage of the city of Metz, Saint-Etienne Cathedral is listed in the inventory of Historic Monuments. It is nicknamed "the lantern of the good Lord".

It is the most visited cathedral in France, dethroning Notre-Dame de Paris, which has been closed to the public since the fire in April 2019 which damaged it.

Occitania has a rich historical and cultural heritage that is worth exploring.