From skyscrapers to temples, sketching Tokyo’s buildings explores the diversity, history, culture and innovation of this amazing city. … More Sketching Amazing Architecture in Tokyo
Montreal’s signature architecture feature is surely its twisted iron staircases. But why were they built, and are they safe? … More Montreal’s Artfully Twisty Staircases
France has some of the world’s most amazing bridges. From elegant masterpieces to Roman ruins to prehistoric wonders, meet 15 of France’s incredible arches. … More 15 French Bridges That Cross Obstacles With Style
Pont du Gard is a Medieval bridge in southern France. While the it never saw battle, it does have stories of the devil interfering with construction. … More Pont Valentré, The Devil’s Bridge in France
Some of the most fascinating Roman sites in the world are located in France. Discover 10 of the most important buildings from Ancient Rome. … More 10 Roman Sites In France That Are Pretty Awesome
The Loire Valley in France is the best place to visit French chateaux. There are dozens to see. But which castles should you visit? … More Which Loire Valley Castle To Visit?
Situated in the heart of the Italian city of Cremona, the Cremona Town Hall (Palazzo del Comune) is one of the city’s most impressive medieval buildings. The building is located on the Piazza del Comune, just opposite the Cremona Cathedral. This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if … More Cremona’s Medieval Town Hall, The Palazzo Del Comune
Hidden in the mountains of the Japanese island of Honshu are the picturesque areas of Shirakawa-Gō and Gokayama. The regions are home to charming traditional houses, known for their steep thatched roofs that peek up from the landscape like little triangles. These villages of thatched-roof houses, designated as UNESCO World heritage sites, are examples of … More The Pointed Houses Of Shirakawa-Gō And Gokayama – Japan’s Historic UNESCO Villages
The Motomachi area of Hakodate is the city’s historic neighbourhood, where Japanese and Western architectures are uniquely blended into a mish-mash of styles. Hakodate, located on the northernmost Japanese home island of Hokkaido, was one of the first ports in the country to open its doors to international trade in 1854. Traders, consuls, and government … More Soaking Up Hakodate History In The Photogenic Motomachi Area
The Gothic style of architecture, which rose to prominence in the mid-twelfth century, represented a revolutionary new way of building cathedrals. Architects and builders during the High Middle Ages employed new architectural techniques, allowing buildings to be taller, with large stained glass windows, grandiose displays of sunlight and lofty interior spaces to amaze visitors. The … More Gothic Cathedrals – Appreciating Europe’s Medieval Masterpieces
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