Sentences with phrase «medieval gothic cathedrals»

It is famous all over the world and can count itself among the largest medieval gothic cathedrals in Northern Europe.

Minster (the largest medieval gothic cathedral in Northern Europe and a treasure house of over 800 years of stained

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Under their stewardship, «Seven» is a decidedly medieval enterprise, darker in text and tone than a Gothic cathedral by the light of the moon.

The island's historic capital (the current capital is Mahon), it preserves an enchanting historic quarter, with medieval lanes winding around a Gothic cathedral.

Siena is known to be the «Medieval Heart of Tuscany,» home to more beautiful Gothic cathedrals, towers, and piazzas than you could possibly see in the time of your visit.

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.

In Rouen, best known as the home of Joan of Arc, you'll go on a guided walk through the medieval quarter and visit the gothic cathedral, once the tallest building in the world.

In Rouen, best known as the home of Joan of Arc, you'll go on a guided walk through the medieval quarter and visit the gothic Rouen Cathedral — once the tallest building in the world.

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

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.

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».

Explore Roman ruins, medieval cities, Gothic cathedrals, and unspoiled countryside.

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.

On this affordable tour of Britain and Ireland, stop in some historic towns, including Oxford, home to some of England's most famous colleges; Durham, a medieval city with its cathedral, built in 1093, and castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; York, England's most complete medieval city with its cobbled streets and the magnificent York Minster, England's largest gothic cathedral; Stratford - upon - Avon, birthplace of Shakespeare; Chester, where a walking tour highlights its Roman remains and black and white half - timbered buildings; Adare, founded in medieval times and known today as one of Ireland's prettiest villages; and Bath, known for the excavations of Roman baths used for bathing and socializing 2,000 years ago.

It has a charming and well preserved medieval heart, with narrow lanes and pretty squares, which is dominated by an enormous Gothic cathedral.

Apart from the endless Puszta, or the Pannonian Steppe, where csikosok — Hungary's sturdy cowboys — still ride, Hungary possesses a number of charming cathedrals, renowned spa culture, medieval castles and numerous cities, which boast some of the finest Baroque, Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture in Europe.

Due its unbeatable location, the ABC Conde de Miranda Hotel is the ideal option for tourists, backpackers and pilgrims who want to discover this beautiful medieval city and its numerous monuments, such as the Gothic cathedral and the Abbey of Santa María la Real de Las Huelgas.

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.

Ciutadella, which was the Menorcan capital until the arrival of the British in 1714, preserves a beautiful medieval quarter crowned by a Gothic cathedral.

Here you can visit León's famous Gothic cathedral and the Real Colegiata de San Isidoro, a Medieval church that houses the so - called Royal Pantheon, the funeral chapel of the kings of Castile and Leon.

It owns some of the largest and draughtiest buildings in Britain, including medieval cathedrals, gothic churches and ageing parsonages.

Gothic Revival homes are inspired by the cathedrals of medieval Europe.