View allAll Photos Tagged BaroqueArchitecture
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 this photo with my Canon DSLR camera. London like most cities in the world is still suffering from lack of tourism and business due to Covid-19
St Paul's Cathedral London. A very famous cathedral in the heart of central London and well worth a visit. It's a long climb but you can climb the steps until you are above the dome and half way between the dome and the very top. It's a great view out over central London. I am pleased that I climbed to the top years ago as I would not be able to manage it now. Photo taken with my iPhone camera.
I have added the Wiki link below for this interested in the history of the cathedral
✨ Exploring the stunning architecture of Sant’Andrea delle Fratte in the heart of Rome! 🇮🇹
This beautiful Baroque church, known for its intricate design and towering angel sculptures, is a true gem hidden among Rome’s historic streets. The white marble details against the clear blue sky make for a breathtaking contrast. ️
Swipe through to see the elegant bell tower, designed by none other than Francesco Borromini. His work here is a testament to the architectural brilliance of the Baroque era. Each angle reveals something new, capturing the essence of Rome’s artistic heritage. ️❤️
If you’re ever in Rome, make sure to stop by this beautiful spot for a peaceful moment away from the usual hustle and bustle. 🎒🌍
#Rome #SantAndreaDelleFratte #BaroqueArchitecture #RomeChurches #TravelPhotography #Borromini #Italy #HistoricRome #ArchitecturalDetails #Wanderlust #ExploreRome
Birgu (Vittoriosa) is one of the oldest parishes in Malta. St. Lawrence Church was built between 1681 and 1679, and was consecrated in 1723.
Plans for the City Hall began in 1888 when Belfast was awarded city status by Queen Victoria. This was in recognition of Belfast's rapid expansion and thriving linen, rope-making, shipbuilding and engineering industries. During this period Belfast briefly overtook Dublin as the most populous city on the island of Ireland.
Construction began in 1898 under the supervision of architect Sir Alfred Brumwell Thomas and was completed in 1906 at a cost of £369,000. Belfast Corporation (now the council) used their profits from the gas industry to pay for the construction of Belfast City Hall. Local firms H&J Martin and WH Stephens were among the companies involved in construction. James G. Gamble, architect, was the clerk of works.
The exterior is built mainly from Portland stone and is in the Baroque Revival style. It covers an area of one and a half acres and has an enclosed courtyard.
Featuring towers at each of the four corners, with a lantern-crowned 173 ft (53 m) copper dome in the centre, the City Hall dominates the city centre skyline. As with other Victorian buildings in the city centre, the City Hall's copper-coated domes are a distinctive green.
Whoever enters the former monastery church of Oberalteich, consecrated to St. Peter and Paul, for the first time will never cease to be amazed. The whole interior of the church seems to be a single fresco. Joseph Anton Merz and his brother Andreas created this between 1727 - 1731.
But the church building is older, built between 1622 and 1630 by the master builder Ulrich Walchner according to plans by Abbot Vitus Höser. Cosmas Damian Asam contributes to the rich furnishings with two altar leaves (east side altars), painted in 1730.
The Villa was commissioned by Cardinal Ippolito d'Este, second son of Alfonso d'Este, the Duke of Ferrara.
Work on the masonry structure of this fountain began in 1566. The fountain itself was made by the French fountain engineer Luc Leclerc and his nephew Claude Venard. After the death of Leclerc Venard invented the ingenious mechanism of the water organ, which was installed in 1571. Behind the fountain is the ‘’castellum aquae’’ or water castle, which conceals the water reservoir and the hydraulic machinery.
Some may view this building to be over the top, because every possible surface and niche is filled with architectural embellishment. But the style exemplifies the Baroque period. Most of the ornamentation has Biblical significance.
Here can be seen the magnificent organ, the largest cathedral organ in the world. We were fortunate to hear an organ concert during our visit.
A particular visual splendor of St. Stephen's is the number of splendid ceiling frescoes, a few of which can be glimpsed here. To see more detail, click on the image to enlarge it.
According to Wikipedia, St. Stephen's Cathedral is from 1688. It is the seat of the Catholic Bishop of Passau and the main church of his diocese.
Grade I listed. Soon after their accession to the English throne, King William III and Queen Mary II commissioned Sir Christopher Wren to rebuild Hampton Court. Wren's original plan was to demolish the entire Tudor palace, except for the Great Hall. Fortunately neither the time nor the money proved available for this ambitious undertaking. Wren had to be content with rebuilding the king's and queen's main apartments on the south and east sides of the palace, on the site of the old Tudor lodgings. Work began in May 1689.
Taken early morning, the gardens are open for an hour before the palace opens. Bliss without hoards of people.
Traveling from Lithuania to Riga in Latvia, our first stop after crossing the border was Rundāle Palace. According to our Michelin guide, it’s a must-see attraction in Latvia. Rundāle Palace is one of the most important Baroque and Rococo architectural monuments in the country. Built in the 18th century, it was designed by the famous Italian architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, who also designed the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. Originally the summer residence of the Duke of Courland, Ernst Johann von Biron, the palace is known for its grand interiors, including the Golden Hall, the White Hall, and the Duke's bedroom, all richly decorated. The palace is a popular venue for cultural events and is an ideal location for weddings and wedding photography. While we were there, several photo shoots were taking place. It’s also where Latvian officials often host foreign dignitaries, including prime ministers and royalty. I wonder if our royal family has ever been invited there. Rundāle Palace is located in the southern part of Latvia, near the town of Bauska. It is approximately 80 kilometers south of the capital, Riga - Bauska, Latvia
Explored! Highest Position: #128
Let's look at things from a different perspective.
We're back to the Salzburg Cathedral for another view of this incredible structure. If you want more information about this and would like to see the glorious dome
please click here =)
I went back and took a look through my photographs that I've taken of church interiors that I posted on Flickr and I always seem to post centered compositions. Here's a different perspective that I'm quite fond of. Especially when I have an elegant row of pews to photograph.
Please see this one LARGE. It's a must, so if you have a second.
I'll be finishing my set soon and saying goodbye to Salzburg and taking you through Austria to another breathtaking location, will you join me.
________________________________________
© Iztok Alf Kurnik,
All Rights Reserved
Please fav this photo if you like my work.
Check out my other photos on my Photostream or start following me not to miss any of my work.
© Iztok Alf Kurnik,
All Rights Reserved
Please fav this photo if you like my work.
Check out my other photos on my Photostream or start following me not to miss any of my work.
An apartment with a view of St. Nicholas Church in Prague's Lesser Quarter.
© LMGFotography 2014; please do not use without permission.
May 2019.
Central London Outdoor Group (CLOG) long weekend in Turin.
Venaria's Palace was built in the 17th century in Baroque style for Charles Emmanuel 11, one of the Savoy dukes.
I didn't have a tripod but did my best to capture this astonishing interior ... leaning my Fuji Finepix S7000 on a friend's shoulder. I no longer use this camera but wanted to upload this amazing scene anyway ..... ! One could almost hear the angels 'rocking out' in the etheric realms ... and their joy was palpable.
I highly recommend visiting the interior of the baroque St. Nicholas Church. It's located in the Malastrana district of Prague, at the base of the hill where the Castle is. A stunning interior that rivals any Hollywood extravaganza! Just every square inch of this church is decorated with stunning craftsmanship dedicated to a higher purpose. Not everyone's style, of course, and for those of us who love the simplicity of the Romanesque architecture, this might feel suffocating, but truly, it is full of joy, artistry, and wonderful details. This organ was one of my favorite parts of this amazing interior. I just wish I'd had a tripod!! :0)
I just bought Nik Sharpener Pro 3.0 and can now improve the quality of my images taken a few years ago with a Fuji Finepix S7000 that didn't quite look as good as I wanted them to. But Nik Sharpener Pro 3.0 really helped bring the best out of them. I no longer shoot with the Finepix, but I still love this shot of Prague taken with that trusty little camera, especially now that I can process them a bit more to bring out the true beauty of this wondrous fairyland of a city!
A walk around the quiet city of Trapani on a Sunday morning and this street candid of an abandoned bike and nearby church bells ringing sets my mind racing to a maybe young altar boy being late for his Mass duties.
Trapani. Sicily. Italy.
This view of Munich's Schloss Nymphenburg allows only about a third of the palace and grounds into the frame. Construction began on the Baroque structure in 1664 as Elector Ferdinand Maria required a summer home - away from Residenz - to spend time with his son Maximilian II Emanuel. Centuries of Bavarian rulers of the House of Wittelsbach left their mark on the palace in the form of additions to the palace and gardens and art. Today, Schloss Nymphenburg is open to the public and welcomes tourists to come and admire the excess of royal life.
© LMGFotography 2014; please do not use without permission.
Little Market Square, known locally as Mały Rynek, is steeped in history, having served as a gathering place for locals and traveler's alike for centuries, stunning architecture surrounds the square, showcasing a blend of Renaissance and Baroque styles that reflect the city’s storied past.
Little Market square Krakow.
A view of the Mala Strana (Lesser Quarter) side of the Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic. At the end of the bridge on the Mala Strana side, there are two bridge towers; the shorter of the two is known as the Judith Tower and was built at the end of the Judith Bridge in the 12th century. A dungeon at the base of the Tower housed the worst of the worst criminals from the 12th - 16th century. The Charles Bridge replaced the Judith Bridge in the 15th century, and the new Mala Strana Bridge Tower was built in 1464, inspired by the Old Town Bridge Tower at the other end. The stunning Baroque church behind the towers is St. Nicholas, which was built between 1704-1755.
© LMGFotography 2014; please do not use without permission.
If you enjoy my long exposure night photography, let my new calendar – European Nightscapes – from CALVENDO inspire your 2017~!
St Paul's Cathedral London on a beautiful sunny and hot Septembers day. Some traffic about but hardly any people on foot due to Covid 19
Soaking up the charming atmosphere along Ulica Św. Tomasza in Krakow's Old Town. Resting in the corner as it has for the past 10 centuries is the Church of St. John (Kościół św. Jana Chrzciciela).
© LMGFotography 2015; please do not use without permission.
The Old Market is the vibrant heart of Potsdam, featuring the state parliament with its impressive Fortuna portal, the iconic St. Nicholas Church, an eye-catching Egyptian obelisk, the prestigious Barberini Museum, and the renowned Potsdam Museum. Known as one of Europe's most charming squares, the Old Market draws inspiration from the relaxed ambiance of Italian piazzas. St. Nicholas' Church, influenced by Rome's St. Peter's Basilica, showcases classicist architecture. Designed by Karl Friedrich Schinkel in 1830 and later enhanced with a striking drum dome by Ludwig Persius and August Stüler in 1850, the church exudes timeless grandeur. Following a revitalization in the 1990s, the Old Market has once again become a highlight of Potsdam, boasting picturesque baroque architecture. As ongoing renovations continue to transform the surrounding city center, it's the perfect excuse to revisit and witness the stunning final result in a couple of years from now – Potsdam, Brandenburg, Germany.
The cloisters at Gloucester are the earliest surviving fan vaults in England, having been designed between 1351 and 1377 by Thomas de Cantebrugge. The cloisters stand to the north of the cathedral and, along with the cathedral precincts to the north and east, contain a number of listed buildings. The Great Cloister itself is listed at Grade I. The other major structures within the precincts are the Chapter house and the Treasury and library. They date initially from the 11th century, although they have undergone major reconstruction in subsequent centuries. Both are Grade I listed buildings. The treasury adjoins the main cathedral on its northern side, with the library above it, and the chapter house adjoins the treasury.
Gloucester Cathedral Gloucestershire.
Traveling from Lithuania to Riga in Latvia, our first stop after crossing the border was Rundāle Palace. According to our Michelin guide, it’s a must-see attraction in Latvia. Rundāle Palace is one of the most important Baroque and Rococo architectural monuments in the country. Built in the 18th century, it was designed by the famous Italian architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, who also designed the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. Originally the summer residence of the Duke of Courland, Ernst Johann von Biron, the palace is known for its grand interiors, including the Golden Hall, the White Hall, and the Duke's bedroom, all richly decorated. The palace is a popular venue for cultural events and is an ideal location for weddings and wedding photography. While we were there, several photo shoots were taking place. It’s also where Latvian officials often host foreign dignitaries, including prime ministers and royalty. I wonder if our royal family has ever been invited there. Rundāle Palace is located in the southern part of Latvia, near the town of Bauska. It is approximately 80 kilometers south of the capital, Riga - Bauska, Latvia