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Mont-Saint-Michel captivates with its unique silhouette that appears both serene and formidable. It is as much an impenetrable fortress as it is a testament to human ingenuity, seamlessly blending beauty and defense. Described as a “jigsaw made of lots of different pieces from different puzzles,” the site holds a narrative woven through over a thousand years of construction, evolving from the 8th century through the 19th. Today’s scientific advancements allow researchers to explore its depths and complexities, challenging long-held assumptions about its origins and purpose.