Sentences with phrase «century gothic cathedral»

No visit to Milan can be considered complete without a visit to the city's stunning 14th century Gothic cathedral; the largest in Europe.

Architect Cristina Martí Crespi masterfully immerses guests in the old quarter of Palma through her classic update of an 18th - century structure that affords stunning views of the city's signature 15th - century Gothic Cathedral.

Dominated by a striking 15th century Gothic cathedral with a famous astronomical clock, Strasbourg has a wealth of narrow medieval streets, charming crooked houses and vibrant town squares.

Visit the 9th century Bonifacio fortress or the Église Saint - Dominique de Bonifacio, a 13th - century Gothic cathedral.

Stop in Honfleur, a romantic port city; Rennes, with its traditional, colorful timber - framed houses; Blois, a picturesque town with its renaissance castle located in the town center; and Chartres, famous for pilgrimages to its 13th - century gothic cathedral.

Set out on a guided tour of the old town and its 13th - century Gothic cathedral, a World Heritage site.

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He proceeds sequentially, from the sacred architecture of the Old Testament to the early Christian basilicas, then on to the Byzantine and Romanesque cathedrals and churches, and from there to the Gothic, the classicism of the Renaissance, the baroque and rococo, the neoclassicism and «revival» styles of the nineteenth century, and on to the present day.

It was during this time that the Church developed scholasticism, built the Gothic cathedrals (with their stained - glass windows and monuments), created the universities and the hospitals, encouraged the sciences and technical progress, perfected international relations between states, abolished slavery, advanced social progress and raised the condition of women, in such a way that, in the fourteenth century, Europe had far surpassed all the other continents.

Gibbon had felt the energy of Gothic cathedrals when he visited them in the eighteenth century, and had condemned it; Ruskin had praised it in the nineteenth.

Admire the royal castle in Amboise and Burgos» beautiful gothic cathedral, begun in the 13th century.

The city's landmark is the golden cathedral, begun in the late 13th century on the ruins of a mosque, and other historic sights in Ciutadella include a clutch of handsome Gothic palaces and churches, a colourful Modernista (Art Nouveau) fish market, and a pair of sturdy 17th - century bastions.

This comfortable city hotel in Spain is located within walking distance from the main touristic sites in Segovia, such as the Santa María de Segovia Gothic Cathedral, the Alcázar Castle of the 11th century, or the Ayala Berganza, Castilian palace of the 15th century.

On a guided visit, venture into the medieval center to see its splendid Gothic cathedral, 12th - century stone bridge, and the Porta Praetoria — the ancient Roman city gate.

On a guided visit, see the town's splendid Gothic cathedral, 12th - century stone bridge, and the Porta Praetoria — the ancient Roman city gate.

drive) were Cologne, the economic centre of the region, with its gothic cathedral, classed a UNESCO heritage site and the Zollverein mining museum (also a world heritage site) in Essen, in the Rhur, the urban - industrial complex of more than five million habitants and the symbol of industry at the beginning of the 20th century.

This stunning Gothic cathedral was built in the medieval era, in the 13th century to be exact.

Venture into St. Martin's Cathedral, a massive Gothic structure built in the 13th century on the site of a Romanesque church, and see the simple Church of the Poor Clares.

Do not miss the breathtaking Gothic Cathedral of the Assunta, the Norman palace built by the Arabs in the 9th century and the baroque heart of the city.

This charming city was the island's historic capital, and has most of the region's cultural attractions, from a beautifully preserved medieval quarter crowned by a Gothic cathedral to a sturdy 17th - century fortress, now an interesting history museum.

St. Giles» Cathedral: A gothic cathedral from the 14th - century, this stunning church is often referred to as the «Cradle of PresbyterianisCathedral: A gothic cathedral from the 14th - century, this stunning church is often referred to as the «Cradle of Presbyterianiscathedral from the 14th - century, this stunning church is often referred to as the «Cradle of Presbyterianism.»

Sightseeing in each city includes the must - see attractions, including a visit to Heroes» Square in Budapest, founded in 1896 to represent 1000 years of Hungarian history; gothic St. Martin's Church in Bratislava, coronation church for the Kingdom of Hungary from the 16th to 19th centuries; St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna, dating back to the 12th - century; the Esztergom Basilica and Treasury, the largest church in Hungary; and in Prague, the Astronomical Clock, built in 1410, and Hrad?any Castle Grounds, dating from the 9th century.

The façade of this 21st - century masterpiece with its monochrome color palette and diamond roof pattern reflects the influence of the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral.

Among them is the handsome Gothic cathedral, the outstanding Es Baluard museum of contemporary art, which is set in a 16th - century fortress, a slew of dainty Modernista mansions, and the splendid Royal Palace of La Almudaina.

Dotted with some of Spains oldest buildings and churches including The Cathedral dating back to the 12th century, the gothic quarter is a hive of history and provides an almost untouched look at Barcelona's gothic culture.

It's full of architectural gems from the 14th and 15th centuries, including the renowned Gothic cathedral whose spires «punctuate the skyline like stone exclamation marks,» and the Arco de Santa Maria, the ancient entrance to the city.

Steeped in centuries of history, discover more about the famous city on a fascinating guided walking tour of the main sights, including the magnificent Minster, the second largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe, and the quaint Shambles, the city's oldest street and the former site of the butcher's market.

A guided tour reveals the UNESCO World Heritage site of Salamanca's medieval old city including the house of shells and the 16th - century Gothic «new cathedral».

We recommend visiting the following near the Duomo in the centre of Milan: the Duomo, the grandiose Gothic cathedral symbol of the city, Palazzo... Read more Reale, an 18th century palace now home to a museum and site for exhibitions, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, with its original iron and glass roof.

Drive past the 14th - century, Gothic - style Cathedral of Ibiza.

The Cathedral of Ávila is considered by its age (12th century), along with the Cathedral of Cuenca, as the first two Gothic cathedrals in Spain.

Its capital, Mahon sits on the east coast, boasting gorgeous 18th Century architecture, a Gothic cathedral, plenty of shops and superb restaurants.

The architectural ardite solutions and technical innovations of the French Gothic cathedrals never appeared: Italian architects preferred to keep the construction tradition established in the previous centuries.

Stroll around the streets of the gothic quarter and discover the 17th and 18th century Baroque architecture, such as the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar or the spectacular Gothic Barcelona Cathedral with its neo-Gothic fgothic quarter and discover the 17th and 18th century Baroque architecture, such as the Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar or the spectacular Gothic Barcelona Cathedral with its neo-Gothic fGothic Barcelona Cathedral with its neo-Gothic fGothic façade.

On Menorca's east coast lies Mahon, the capital since 1721, which has a great Gothic cathedral, many elegant 18th century mansions and fine churches.

Day 2 Morning walking tour of Seville including the Jewish Quarters, Gothic cathedral (La Giralda) and passing the 19th century bullring on the Guadalquivir River.

The narrow lanes of the historic quarter have barely changed in centuries, and twist around the vast Gothic cathedral and the 14th - century Royal Palace.

The 13th century Notre Dame Cathedral of of Reims is not only a splendid illustration of High Gothic architecture, it has an extraordinary history.

The impressive Cathedral of St John boasts architectural elements of the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries, whilst the imposing Gothic Eglise Saint - Nizier dates back to the 1400s.

San Pedro church, Ávila's fortress - looking Gothic Cathedral built during the 12th century, or its impressive medieval walls are some of the most visited attractions in Ávila.

Couples can appreciate the city's unusual blend of history, art and the outdoors, visiting Gothic cathedrals amid 16th century Spanish architecture, trying its spicy chili pepper - infused cuisine and exploring the lively surrounding desert landscape.

Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth is set in 12th century England and follows characters like Jack, Aliena and Prior Phillip as they construct a revolutionary gothic cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge and put their town on the map economically, socially and politically.

Her sound sculpture, comprising 40 speakers and the recorded sound of 40 voices singing a 16th - century polyphonic chorale work, transformed a fourth - floor gallery space in the High Museum into a Gothic cathedral.

He explores art history, Gothic cathedrals and sculptures of the 19th century, from Bosch and Brueghel to Warhol, simultaneously revealing the beauty of daily objects.

From eighteenth century museums to sculpted Greco - Roman warriors and Gothic Cathedrals, Nolan attends to their grandeur and authority in a way that is at once fascinated, resentful and inappropriate.