Saint Laurent Basilica is located in the center of the old town of Annecy. It replaced an earlier church that was considered one of the oldest temples in the city. Saint Laurent was mentioned in 1320, and partially rebuilt in the 15th century at the initiative of Cardinal Bruni, and is a fine example On the neoclassical architecture of Sardinia, its facade is reminiscent of the Arc de Triomphe, and its outer apse contains the statues of Saint Francis de Sales and Saint Laurent.