The Gendarmenmarkt is one of the famous squares in Berlin, Germany. It is also considered as the most beautiful square in Germany's capital. You can find here the Konzerthaus or Concert Hall and the German and French Cathedrals. The square was created by Johann Arnold Nering at the end of the seventeenth century.
Showing posts with label Architecture. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Architecture. Show all posts
Friday, October 21, 2011
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Travel Snapshot- St. Peter's Basilica, Rome, Italy
It's been a year now since I visited Rome, the capital city of Italy. The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter commonly known as St. Peter's Basilica was one of the sights we visited. It is Late Renaissance church located within the Vatican City. It has the largest interior of any Christian church in the world.
St. Peter's Square with St. Peter's Basilica in the background with the Obelisk which has a crucifix on top. This was taken during our visit last August 2010.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
The Beautiful Cologne Cathedral in Cologne, Germany
The Cologne Cathedral is a Catholic church in the city of Cologne, Germany. It has a Gothic architecture. It is the biggest Gothic church in the northern part of Europe. Construction of Cologne Cathedral began in 1248 and took, with interruptions, until 1880 to complete. It is 144.5 metres long, 86.5 m wide and its towers are approximately 157 m tall.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
The Luitpold Fountian in Würzburg, Bavaria, Germany
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