The Almudena Cathedral is a surprising, modern cathedral. Not the type of cathedral I usually dissect, but I will gracefully admit that I was pleasantly astonished, at least by one part of it. A tiny pinch of history Plans to build a cathedral in Madrid started in 1879, when Madrid ... Read the Post
Explore 3 architectural styles at the Almudena Cathedral
Notre Dame de Paris – The aftermath & the future
Like you, I've watched in horror, Notre Dame de Paris, on fire. I cried but now I'm ready to look back at history and think of the future... First I just wanted to share some personal thoughts... You can skip to the next part of course. Some have beautiful stories about Notre Dame de ... Read the Post
Bourges Cathedral, a unique example of gothic architecture
If there is one cathedral, I have been meaning to see for years, it is the Bourges Cathedral! I have been passing by Bourges so many times, I can not count. I used to live close, too. Yet, I had never seen its cathedral. On my last French road trip, I finally made it there! Follow the link and ... Read the Post
The Vezelay Basilica and the power of Sainthood
The Burgundy region, in France, hides many jewels, amongst which you will find the Vezelay Basilica. The charming Vezelay town and its former monastery are definitively worth a visit, especially for Romanesque architecture lovers & UNESCO World Heritage fans. In this article, I will, as ... Read the Post
The mesmerizing Strasbourg Cathedral – 1000 years of history & legends
Strasbourg Cathedral stands like a beacon on the charming island that forms the heart of Strasbourg. With its single Gothic spire and pink color robe, it is recognizable from all other cathedrals. A touch of History Like most cathedrals, the Strasbourg Cathedral was built on the former site of a ... Read the Post
Visit Roskilde Cathedral, Denmark first Gothic cathedral to be built of bricks
Roskilde Cathedral represent an exceptional example of the evolution of European religious architecture. Come along for a visit of this UNESCO World Heritage site and Danish royal burial place. Visiting Roskilde Cathedral has been a dream come true. It took me, 3 attempts, to succeed but it was so ... Read the Post
The Aachen Cathedral, Charlemagne’s inestimable legacy
We've been together to the Cathedral where French Kings were made and it is now time to see the place where German Kings were made: the Aachen Cathedral! The Palatine Chapel which forms the center of the cathedral is an impressive and quite unique example of Carolingian architecture. A touch of ... Read the Post
The Amiens Cathedral, the biggest Gothic Cathedral ever created
Gothic Cathedrals are like giant history books to whom wishes to take the time to read them. The Amiens Cathedral is the biggest of all, or at least it is the biggest one ever finished, in France. Amiens is a little and, quite surprisingly, charming city located 100km North of Paris. Surprisingly ... Read the Post
The Chartres Cathedral : a treat for all Gothic Architecture lovers
The Chartres Cathedral is undeniably amongst the most beautiful cathedrals in the World and certainly amongst the most interesting, architecturally and historically. The cathedral, as we see it today, was mostly built in the early 13th century and has changed very little since then. It has been ... Read the Post
The Chartres Cathedral is undeniably amongst the most beautiful cathedrals in the World and certainly amongst the most interesting, architecturally and historically. Come along...
Visit of the John Rylands Library in Manchester
The first place you need to visit when in Manchester has to be the John Rylands Library. It is an incredibly beautiful Victorian neo-Gothic masterpiece that you can not miss. It feels weird to me to tell you about the John Rylands library. I lived in London for 2 years and ... Read the Post
Visit of a Victorian neo-Gothic masterpiece: the John Rylands Library in Manchester, UK.
The Speyer Cathedral & the Symbols Hidden in Plain Sight
The Speyer Cathedral is considered to be the greatest romanesque church in the World. It stand majestically at the end of the main street of Speyer and is a must see if you are around. A little bit of History First a little bit of History The construction ... Read the Post
The Speyer Cathedral is considered as the greatest romanesque church in the World. You may think Romanesque style churches are a bit boring but read one to learn about the codes and symbols hidden in their architecture.
Visit of the Cologne Cathedral: A Gothic Masterpiece
The Cologne Cathedral is an exceptional demonstration of human creative genius. Built over 6 Centuries (1248-1880), it marks the zenith of cathedral architecture. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996, and for good reasons! The Cologne Cathedral Architecture The ... Read the Post
The Cologne Cathedral is an exceptional demonstration of human creative genius. Built over 6 Centuries (1248-1880), it marks the zenith of cathedral architecture. Come along for a visit...
