An excellent example is the reconstruction and redecoration of the cathedral of Saint-Denis under Abbot Suger. Suger, who is credited with many concepts associated with Gothic architecture and design, envisioned a cathedral whose grandiose embellishments were equivalent to his praise of the God. These models have truly stood the test of time. Originally designed to handle heavy traffic during pilgrimages. Many of these 11th-century Gothic cathedrals still exist today and each welcome thousands of faithful pilgrims.