St-Germain l’Auxerrois is a gothic jewel in the heart of Paris that seems practically forgotten by tourists. Its dark and solemn interior make it a perfect place to escape the heat and crowds of a Parisian summer, or to take a break between museums. This church was once the Chapel of the Louvre, when that ...
Medieval Architecture: Romanesque or Gothic? In the Middle Ages, certain elements of a structure were examples of different design types and styles. There was a number of different architecture styles prevalent in the early Middle Ages, they were divided into the following: Early Christian, Merovingian, Carolingian, and Ottonian.[1] However, medieval architecture proceeded to progress into ...
The renaissance is known by historians and students alike all over the world as a period of rebirth for Europe. This “rebirth” extended its branches to all aspects of European life, especially art such as sculptors, architecture, and paintings. One of the most influential paintings of all time is ‘The Creation of Adam,’ painted by ...
Over the river and through a concrete jungle stands a castle in the city of Ybor . Well, actually it’s a night club called “The Castle. Every evening, this night club caters to the disaffected youth of Tampa Bay. On the outside, this club seems like an enchanted fortress. However, on the inside is a ...
The state of Massachusetts boasts some of the best universities in the world, including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the awe-inspiring pinnacle of higher education, Harvard University. Although many of these universities are considered world-class institutions, several stand out as a result of their tremendous campus resources and beauty. Adding to its academic prestige, ...
If you are at all into early English Gothic architecture, then Salisbury Cathedral is a must see while in the UK. This marvel was begun in 1220 from the stones of the old Sarum Castle site and was completed 38 years later. It has since (of course) been added on to and restored here and ...
Although educational track record, location, and quality and value of curriculum are among the most important factors to consider when choosing a university, a visually pleasing campus can play a part in influencing your decision. After all, you’ll spend years of your daily life on and around school grounds, so it’s only natural to prefer ...
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