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Salzburg, Austria is exceptionally photogenic. Little of its baroque buildings were damaged during WWII bombings and, as a result, the city appears much as it would have to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who was born and raised in the old city.
San Miguel de Allende is renowned for its beautiful colonial Spanish-style churches. The churches here boast impressive architecture with ornate details, intricate designs and unique features that reflect the Spanish influence on the region. They stand as an important example of the rich history and cultural heritage of the city, Each church is a marvel to explore, a must-see attraction for visitors. From baroque to gothic styles, there is something for everyone to appreciate in the architecture of these sacred places.
San Miguel de Allende is a city located in central Mexico known for its beautiful colonial Spanish-style churches. The architecture of these churches is impressive, with ornate details and unique designs reflecting Spanish influence in the region. These churches are an important example of the rich history and cultural heritage of San Miguel de Allende. Whenever you visit this city, you can't miss the opportunity to explore these architectural wonders and enjoy their beauty.
STA. CRUZ CHURCH, MANILA
The church was first established by the Jesuit Order on June 20, 1619, made of stone and wood. Then, the Jesuits brought the Image of Our Lady of Pilar to the place where its population was predominantly Chinese-Filipino people. After the Second World War, the church was left in ruins except for its bell tower and pieces of its facade.
But, the Jesuits together with concerned citizens were able to restore the church to its present state in 1957, which was designed to reflect the Spanish baroque style. Architects Juan Nakpil and Sons generously donated their services to remodel the sanctuary. Today, the church is undergoing renovation.
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Francesco Borromini, San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane (“San Carlino”), Rome. Commissioned by Cardinal Francesco Barberini in 1634 for the Holy Order of the Trinity; construction began in 1638 and the church was consecrated in 1646
A Igreja de São Vicente de Fora, em Lisboa, possui um interior notável. A nave e a capela-mor são cobertas por abóbadas de berço com caixotões. Sobre o cruzeiro eleva-se uma cúpula. O altar-mor, de dupla face, é coberto por um baldaquino assente em quatro colunas. Ao redor das bases das colunas encontram-se oito estátuas de madeira de grandes dimensões, representando figuras religiosas.
No coro dos cónegos, destaca-se o órgão revestido a talha dourada da primeira metade do século XVIII e o cadeiral de pau-santo. O transepto é separado da nave por três degraus e uma balaustrada de mármore.
A decoração interior é predominantemente barroca. O revestimento azulejar é significativo, especialmente no claustro, onde estão representadas as Fábulas de La Fontaine. A talha dourada é outro elemento decorativo importante, com destaque para o baldaquino sobre o altar-mor, da autoria do escultor Machado de Castro.
A sacristia, situada entre os dois claustros, apresenta um revestimento de mármores polícromos e um teto com uma composição pictórica. O antigo refeitório do Mosteiro foi transformado em Panteão Real em 1885, onde se encontram os túmulos de vários reis de Portugal.
St Paul's dates back to 604AD but this St Paul's Cathedral is much younger with building starting over 1000 years later in 1675AD. I took these photos with my Canon camera. London like most cities in the world is still suffering from lack of tourism and business due to Covid-19
Francesco Borromini, San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane (“San Carlino”), Rome. Commissioned by Cardinal Francesco Barberini in 1634 for the Holy Order of the Trinity; construction began in 1638 and the church was consecrated in 1646
In 1664 the young “Sun King”, Louis XIV, began to transform his father’s hunting lodge at Versailles into a royal palace. In 1682 it became the centre of political power in France when Louis moved his court there from the previous royal residence at the Louvre in Paris. The Palace at Versailles was intended to impress and by the time it was completed it was by far the largest, most extravagantly opulent royal abode in all Europe. Costs of the project are difficult to estimate but by any accounting they were enormous and placed an inordinate burden on the French economy.
This Royal Chapel was completed and consecrated in 1710 just five years before Louis’s death. The upstairs gallery shown here was reserved for the King and his family. Every morning at 10:00 he would come here to attend Mass while his nobles occupied the space on the ground floor below.
In his tour guide to Paris, Rick Steves rather colourfully comments that, “While Louis XIV entered through the upstairs and looked down on the golden altar, the lowly nobles on the ground floor . . . knelt with their backs to the altar and looked up--worshiping Louis worshiping God.” He goes on to note that “In the vast pagan ‘temple’ that is Versailles--built to glorify one man, Louis XIV--this Royal Chapel is a paltry tip of the hat to that ‘other’ god...the Christian one. It’s virtually the first, last, and only hint of Christianity you’ll see in the entire complex.”
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San Miguel de Allende is renowned for its beautiful colonial Spanish-style churches. The churches here boast impressive architecture with ornate details, intricate designs and unique features that reflect the Spanish influence on the region. They stand as an important example of the rich history and cultural heritage of the city, Each church is a marvel to explore, a must-see attraction for visitors. From baroque to gothic styles, there is something for everyone to appreciate in the architecture of these sacred places.
A Escadaria de Honra do Palácio Real de Caserta, obra-prima da arquitetura barroca do século XVIII, foi idealizada por Luigi Vanvitelli como uma entrada cerimonial impactante. A estrutura monumental, revestida a mármore policromo, inicia-se com uma rampa central que se bifurca, ladeada por leões de mármore, simbolizando a força e a razão. No topo, três imponentes estátuas – a Majestade Real, o Mérito e a Verdade – adornam a parede, reforçando a mensagem de poder régio. A iluminação zenital, proveniente de uma cúpula elíptica de estrutura dupla que outrora albergou músicos, confere uma atmosfera especial ao espaço. O conjunto, com colunas e arcos de inspiração clássica, integra elementos escultóricos e pictóricos que celebram o poder régio. Concebida para rivalizar com Versailles, esta escadaria, que liga o átrio principal ao andar nobre, servia de prelúdio majestoso, afirmando o prestígio da dinastia de Bourbon e influenciando a arquitetura palaciana europeia. O Palácio de Caserta, Património Mundial da UNESCO, demonstra a ligação entre a arte e o poder político da época.
The Royal Palace of Caserta’s Grand Staircase, a masterpiece of 18th-century Baroque architecture, was designed by Luigi Vanvitelli as a striking ceremonial entrance. The monumental structure, clad in polychrome marble, begins with a central ramp that bifurcates, flanked by marble lions, symbolizing strength and reason. At the top, three imposing statues – Royal Majesty, Merit, and Truth – adorn the wall, reinforcing the message of royal power. The zenithal lighting, coming from an elliptical dome with a double structure that once housed musicians, gives the space a special atmosphere. The ensemble, with its classically inspired columns and arches, integrates sculptural and pictorial elements that celebrate royal power. Designed to rival Versailles, this staircase, which connects the main atrium to the noble floor, served as a majestic prelude, affirming the prestige of the Bourbon dynasty and influencing European palatial architecture. The Palace of Caserta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, demonstrates the connection between art and political power of the time.
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Prague / Praha is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic and the historical capital of Bohemia. Situated on the Vltava River, Prague is home to about 1.4 million people. Prague is a political, cultural, and economic hub of Central Europe, with a rich history and Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architectures. It was the capital of the Kingdom of Bohemia and residence of several Holy Roman Emperors, most notably Charles IV (r. 1346–1378) and Rudolf II (r. 1575–1611). It was an important city to the Habsburg monarchy and Austria-Hungary. The city played major roles in the Bohemian and the Protestant Reformations, the Thirty Years' War and in 20th-century history as the capital of Czechoslovakia between the World Wars and the post-war Communist era. Prague is home to a number of cultural attractions including Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square with the Prague astronomical clock, the Jewish Quarter, Petřín hill and Vyšehrad. Since 1992, the historic center of Prague has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.
This panorama was constructed using Photoshop CC to stitch together horizontally three landscape-oriented images.
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The Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel (placed under the invocation of St. Michael the Archangel ) is a church catholic located in the heart of the historical center of Menton . Since the road from the seafront , with majestic staircases allow to gradually reach the site where, on a spot in the stalls CALADE triumph whole perspective of the baroque architecture .
At the beginning of the xvii th century, desired by Prince Honoré II of Monaco , its construction was entrusted to the architect Lorenzo Lavagna. TheMay 27 1619The first stone was laid in the presence of the prince and lord Nicolà Spinola, bishop of Ventimiglia which depended Menton and Roquebrune while Monaco depended on the Bishop of Nice. Excavation works actually began in 1639 and the church was opened for worship in 1653 . Finally, theMay 8 1675The bishop of Ventimiglia Monsignor Mauro Promontorio dedicated the new church in the presence of Prince Louis I st . In 1701 , the architect Emmanuel Cantone erects a tower of fifty-three meters high, real watchtower overlooking the city. Its current facade was completed in 1819 in the spirit of the baroque of the xvii th century.
Inside, the vast nave with four bays form a large Latin cross . The choir , preceded by a triumphal arch is decorated with stucco marble with pilasters dishes. A painted wooden statue of 1820 representing Saint Michael slaying the dragon overcomes the altar in polychrome marble. The side chapels are decorated with altarpieces baroque. One is dedicated to Saint Devote . Some had been granted to wealthy families of Menton.
Beautiful organ in the choir (XVII c.) Unknown factor. It has been often attributed to Gio Oltrachino (Jean Utrect), organ builder native of this town, located in Genoa and which is known by many constructions organ archives in Liguria - only one still existing intact in Alassio - and Monaco: the parish church of Saint-Nicolas Monaco dated 1639 (current buffet that of St. Charles church restructured by architect Charles Lenormand and Merklin), that of the palatine chapel (1639) disappeared and another organo portatile the same time also disappeared. Gio Oltracchino died in Genoa in 1647 and the organ of Saint-Michel can not be attributed to him.
In 1999 , the Saint-Michel church is raised to the dignity of minor basilica by Pope John Paul II , and consecrated basilica in January 2000 . Since 1949 , each year in August, the square hosts the famous Festival of Classical Music . She is one of the most visited attractions in the Alpes-Maritimes.
The Basilica (and its square ; other items were enrolled at other dates) is the subject of a classification as historical monuments since 3 March 1947
A wide-angle interior shot of the Wallfahrtsbasilika St. Georg in Walldürn, Germany, showcasing its magnificent Baroque architecture. The perspective looks down the central aisle, lined with dark wooden pews, towards the richly decorated main altar. The altar features a large, framed religious painting, flanked by statues and ornate columns. To the right, a highly detailed golden pulpit with intricate carvings is visible. The church boasts high vaulted ceilings with elaborate stucco work and frescoes, supported by grand columns and arches. Natural light streams in through high windows, illuminating the solemn and grand atmosphere of the sacred space.
St Paul's dates back to 604AD but this St Paul's Cathedral is much younger with building starting over 1000 years later in 1675AD. I took these photos with my Canon camera. London like most cities in the world is still suffering from lack of tourism and business due to Covid-19
A imagem apresenta uma vista emblemática de Salamanca, onde se destaca a Casa das Conchas, um palácio de estilo gótico-plateresco construído entre o final do século XV e o início do XVI, famoso pela sua fachada decorada com cerca de 300 conchas de vieira, que simbolizam a Ordem de Santiago. Este edifício, que atualmente alberga a Biblioteca Pública de Salamanca, é um importante marco arquitetónico da cidade, Património da Humanidade pela UNESCO. À esquerda, ergue-se a Igreja da Clerecía, um impressionante exemplo de arquitetura barroca, cuja construção se estendeu por 150 anos, sendo iniciada em 1617 por Margarida de Áustria. Em primeiro plano, a estátua de bronze de Francisco de Salinas, músico e teórico do século XVI, recorda a sua influência na música renascentista e o seu papel na Universidade de Salamanca. Este conjunto monumental sublinha a relevância cultural e histórica de Salamanca.
The image shows an iconic view of Salamanca, featuring the Casa de las Conchas, a Gothic-Plateresque palace built between the late 15th and early 16th centuries, famous for its façade decorated with around 300 scallop shells, symbolizing the Order of Santiago. This building, which currently houses the Salamanca Public Library, is an important architectural landmark of the city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the left stands the Church of La Clerecía, an impressive example of Baroque architecture, whose construction took 150 years, beginning in 1617 under Margaret of Austria. In the foreground, the bronze statue of Francisco de Salinas, a 16th-century musician and theorist, recalls his influence on Renaissance music and his role at the University of Salamanca. This monumental ensemble underscores the cultural and historical significance of Salamanca.
O nicho ornamental de um antigo solar na Rua dos Pescadores, em Jovim, Gondomar, é uma peça notável de cantaria em granito amarelo, típico da região, que exemplifica a arquitetura civil dos séculos XVII-XVIII. Com influências do estilo barroco, o seu design revela uma rica ornamentação, incluindo molduras elaboradas, capitéis e volutas, que envolvem um pequeno espaço destinado à devoção religiosa, uma prática comum nas casas senhoriais da época. Estes nichos não apenas expressavam a religiosidade dos proprietários, mas também conferiam uma proteção simbólica à habitação. O conjunto insere-se no património arquitetónico da zona ribeirinha do Douro, uma região com uma longa tradição de ourivesaria, marcenaria e outras atividades artesanais. Gondomar apresenta um património edificado que reflete variados períodos e estilos arquitetónicos, onde os antigos solares são testemunhos da importância social e económica de algumas famílias ao longo dos séculos.
The ornamental niche of an old manor house on Rua dos Pescadores, in Jovim, Gondomar, is a remarkable piece of yellow granite stonework, typical of the region, which exemplifies the civil architecture of the 17th-18th centuries. With influences of the Baroque style, its design reveals a rich ornamentation, including elaborate moldings, capitals and volutes, which surround a small space destined for religious devotion, a common practice in the manor houses of the time. These niches not only expressed the religiosity of the owners, but also conferred a symbolic protection to the house. The set is part of the architectural heritage of the Douro riverside area, a region with a long tradition of goldsmithing, woodworking and other craft activities. Gondomar presents a built heritage that reflects varied periods and architectural styles, where the old manors are witnesses of the social and economic importance of some families over the centuries.
Vintage black and white photo of Festetics Palace in Keszthely, Hungary, with three men walking in the garden, 1960s.
Soaring 75 meters into the Porto skyline, the Clérigos Tower (Torre dos Clérigos) is one of Portugal’s most recognizable Baroque landmarks. Designed by Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni in the mid-18th century, the granite structure dominates the historic center with its elegant vertical lines, ornate balustrades, and sculptural flourishes. Originally built as part of the Clérigos Church, the tower served as a symbol of both faith and prestige, guiding sailors returning to the Douro with its commanding presence. Today, it draws visitors eager to climb its 225 narrow steps for panoramic views over Porto’s tiled rooftops, winding streets, and the Douro River. At ground level, the tower’s presence anchors a lively square filled with trams, pedestrians, and the rhythm of daily life. Standing before it, one feels the fusion of architecture and identity—an enduring monument that reflects Porto’s character: resilient, expressive, and deeply rooted in history.
Taken in Valletta, Malta.
St. Johns Co-Cathedral was built by the Knights of Malta between 1573 and 1578.
It was designed by the Maltese military architect Glormu Cassar who also designed several of the more prominent buildings in Valletta. The building is considered among the finest examples of high Baroque architecture in Europe and one of the world's great cathedrals - Source Wikipedia.
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