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Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Cathedra Petri (Chair of St. Peter), gilded bronze, gold, wood, stained glass, 1647–53 (apse of Saint Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City)
April 22, 2022 - "Saint Charles Borromeo's Church, locally known under the Latin name of Sint-Carolus Borromeus, was built between 1614 and 1621 on instructions of the Jesuit order. Hardly a square foot was untouched by art works, and there are dozens of 17th century depictions of the church, it apparently being a popular travel destination at the time.
Among the art works, were 39 ceiling paintings by Peter Paul Rubens (his studio, and with assistance of Anthony Van Dyck), Antwerp's foremost and one of the world's most famed baroque painters. Unfortunately they have all gone now, after a fire destroyed them and many other works in 1718. The church was subsequently rebuilt and opened its doors again. Sketches of about half of the ceiling paintings by Rubens have been preserved and are distributed in various art collections around the world.
The church received its present name only in 1803, when the church became a parish church, after the Jesuit order was disbanded by the pope.
The facade of the church is impressive and is higher than the church building itself. It is inspired by the Jesuit's mother church in Rome, the Gesu, which was built some 4 decades earlier. The sumptuous decoration on the facade is partly attributable to Peter Paul Rubens.
The High Altar of the church is most remarkable. Behind the altar is a large chest which contains 4 different canvasses. With a system of pulleys, the paintings can be changed throughout the year, according to the liturgical religious year. Two of the original paintings by Peter Paul Rubens, were requisitioned by Empress Maria Theresia of Austria in 1776.
Impressive art works in the church further include two long rows of wooden confessionals, all with sculptures of angels in front. Wooden panels also depict the lives of two of the Jesuit's order principal saints : Saint Ignatius and Saint Francis Xavier.
The Lady Chapel on the right side of the church, is exuberantly decorated with marble, paintings and sculptures. The chapel is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The painting 'The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary', a copy after Peter Paul Rubens, is displayed behind the altar. Also here, the original painting by Rubens, was 'purchased' by the Empress Maria Theresia in 1776. The ceiling relief in stucco was also designed by Rubens (who seems to have been a profligate designer as well as a painter).
Some parts of the church are only open on certain days (wednesday when we checked lately). They include the Sacristy, which is a repository for textile hangings and vestments from the 17th and 18th centuries, and the Lace Room.
The tower of Saint Charles Borromeo's Church is not visible when you enter from the main facade. It is located along Sint-Katelijnevest, and dates from around 1617 to 1721. The splendid tower has only recently been restored.
Saint Charles Borromeo's Church offers outstanding baroque architecture, outside and inside. It is unfortunate that so many buildings have been built adjacent to the church, preventing it being viewed unhindered." Previous text from the following website: www.discoverflanders.com/antwerp-carolusborromeus.asp
Mdina the ancient capital city of Malta. The Silent City with St Paul's Cathedral as its centre of worship. Mdina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
The National Pantheon, also known as the Church of Santa Engrácia, is one of Lisbon’s most iconic architectural landmarks. Built in the 17th century and completed in the 20th, the Pantheon exemplifies Portuguese Baroque with its massive white dome dominating the Alfama skyline. Its interior houses the tombs of Portugal’s most revered figures, including Amália Rodrigues and presidents of the republic. The façade features grand arches, pilasters, and statues, leading to an interior of marble-clad walls and intricate chapels. Rising proudly over the Tagus River, the Pantheon remains a symbol of national identity and Lisbon’s layered architectural heritage.
San Miguel de Allende is a Mexican city known for its beautiful colonial Spanish-style churches. These impressive structures stand out for their ornamental details and unique designs reflecting Spanish influence in the region. Although these churches have centuries of history, they are still an important attraction for tourists visiting San Miguel de Allende. If you have the opportunity to visit this city, make sure to spend time exploring and enjoying the architectural beauty of these churches.
Soaring above Porto’s skyline, the Clérigos Tower (Torre dos Clérigos) stands as one of Portugal’s most recognizable architectural achievements. Completed in 1763 and designed by Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni, this 75.6-meter Baroque masterpiece was once the tallest structure in the country. Its intricate stonework, ornamental balustrades, and clock faces crown the historic Clérigos Church, offering a striking vertical counterpoint to the surrounding cityscape. Today, visitors climb its narrow spiral staircase for sweeping views over Porto’s terracotta rooftops, the Douro River, and beyond. The tower remains a symbol of Porto’s architectural grandeur and a must-visit for lovers of history, design, and panoramic photography.
The Museu de Artes Decorativas in Lisbon is housed within the elegant 17th-century Palácio Azurara, a historic palace overlooking Alfama. Its vivid red façade, framed by limestone details and an ornate Baroque doorway, makes it one of the most striking buildings in the neighborhood. Founded in the 1950s by the Ricardo Espírito Santo Foundation, the museum preserves a rich collection of Portuguese and European decorative arts, including furniture, textiles, silver, and azulejos. This image captures the contrast of history and daily life, with locals and visitors moving along the tram-lined streets, where the old city of Lisbon continues to thrive.
In Porto’s lively historic core, daily life unfolds against a dramatic architectural backdrop. A Baroque church facade, crowned with stone finials and a cross, rises beside a row of pastel-colored townhouses whose wrought-iron balconies define the streetscape. The square below is alive with the rhythm of the city: café tables spill onto the pavement beneath white umbrellas, while a street musician sets up her gear, adding a soundtrack to the afternoon. Locals and visitors alike weave between taxis, performers, and terrace diners, embodying the layered vibrancy of Porto’s UNESCO-listed center. The interplay between old and new—the centuries-old stonework of the church beside freshly painted buildings and the hum of modern street life—captures the city’s timeless spirit. Every detail, from the ornate carvings above to the casual crowd below, illustrates how Porto thrives as both a living city and a living museum of European urban culture.
fresh squares and narrow streets cascading toward the sea: the historic heart of the city beats behind the ocher facades, shutters dimming light, preserving the privacy of homes assaults of the sun.
We cross the history at the foot of the bell glazed tiles.
Baroque art has created a remarkable ensemble: the square of the Basilica and Saint-Michel, a few steps higher, the White Penitents chapel.
At the top of the hill, the cemetery of Old Castle, last resort for Russian and British aristocrats, offers an unrivaled view of the city, the sea and the mountains of Italy.
Petersfriedhof (St Peter's Cemetery) Altstadt the historic centre of Salzburg, Austria.
It is the oldest cemetery in Salzburg, located at the foot of Hohensalzburg Castle. Closed in 1878, the site decayed until in 1930 the monks of St. Peter's successfully urged for the admission of new burials.
Its originally dates back to about 700, when the adjacent Stift St. Peter (St. Peter's Abbey) was established by Saint Rupert of Salzburg. The abbey's cemetery, probably at the site of an even earlier burial place, was first mentioned in an 1139 deed, the oldest tombstone dates to 1288.
Carved into the rock of the hillside are catacombs that may stem from the Early Christian days of Severinus of Noricum during the Migration Period. They include two chapels: The Maximuskapelle and the Gertraudenkapelle, consecrated in 1178 under the Salzburg Archbishop Conrad of Wittelsbach and dedicated to the assassinated Archbishop Thomas Becket of Canterbury.
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The Igreja de Santa Luzia stands proudly in Lisbon’s Alfama district, a small but historic church overlooking the Tagus River. Originally founded in the 12th century by the Knights of the Order of St. John, the church was rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake, blending medieval origins with later Baroque influences. Its square bell tower, captured here against a brilliant summer sky, is a familiar landmark beside the Miradouro de Santa Luzia. Visitors gather in the shaded square below, where cafes and umbrellas offer respite from the sun. The church is famed for its azulejo tile panels that narrate Lisbon’s storied past.
Poznań Fara
(Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help)
Poznań, Poland
-telephoto view of architectural details
- church built 1651-1701 by the Jesuit community.
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A vertical shot capturing the opulent interior of the Wallfahrtsbasilika St. Georg in Walldürn. The central focus is a magnificent, multi-tiered Baroque pulpit, richly adorned with golden statues of angels and saints, intricate relief carvings depicting biblical scenes, and decorative elements. Above the pulpit, a large golden angel with outstretched wings is visible. To the left, a statue of the Virgin Mary with a halo is partially visible. Rows of dark, carved wooden pews extend into the foreground on the right. Large arched windows with a grid pattern allow natural light into the space. The walls and vaulted ceilings are decorated with subtle frescoes and stucco work, adding to the grandeur of the sacred space.
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
The Salzach River cuts through the snow, splitting the old town regions.
From Wiki: Salzburg's "Old Town" has internationally renowned baroque architecture and one of the best-preserved city centres north of the Alps. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. The city is noted for its Alpine setting.
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.
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
Scenes from Kraków’s historic Old Town — cobbled streets, timeless facades, and everyday moments in motion.
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
After 12 days of walking from Porto, I made it Santiago and all I have to show for it is this souvenir !
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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
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 pool reflects the grand baroque design of St. Charles's Church in Vienna.
St. Charles's Church is a baroque church located on the south side of Karlsplatz in Vienna, Austria. Widely considered the most outstanding baroque church in Vienna, as well as one of the city's greatest buildings, Karlskirche is dedicated to Saint Charles Borromeo, one of the great reformers of the sixteenth century.
Kaplica Hochberga - Hochberg Chapel - Hochbergkapelle
Part of Church of saint Vincent , Greek Catholic cathedral.
Location: pl. Nankiera 15, Old Town, Wrocław, Poland
Built: 1723-1728
Architect: Christoph Hackner
Renovation: 2000-2013
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Les Grottes section with statues and sculptures. In a formal garden designed by landscape architect André le Nôtre.
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Vaux-le-Vicomte (Est.1658) - a baroque French château on a 33 hectares (100 acres) estate with formal gardens along a three-kilometer axis. Built between 1658 to 1661 as a symbol of power and influence and intended to reflect the grandeur of Nicolas Fouquet, Marquis de Belle Île, Viscount of Melun and Vaux, the superintendent of finances of Louis XIV.
The château was an influential work of architecture in mid-17th-century Europe. The architect Louis Le Vau, the landscape architect André le Nôtre, and the painter-decorator Charles Le Brun worked together on this large-scale project. This marked the beginning of the "Louis XIV style" combining architecture, interior design and landscape design. Their next following project was to build Versailles.
See: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vaux-le-Vicomte
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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.
One of dozens of beautiful baroque churches in Lisbon, this one is near the main Cathedral which can be seen in the distance on the left.
The slightly overgrown façade of the former Griffin Hotel in Wigan, Lancashire, UK.
The building was built in 1905 as is an English heritage Grade 2 listed building.
Here we can see to great effect its flamboyant Edwardian Baroque style architecture, with red and buff coloured terracotta used in excess but to great effect.
Kolovratský palác
now: Embassy of Italy
Nerudova Street
Prague
parcel acquired by nobleman Norbert Leopold Libštejnský of Kolovraty
Jan Santini 9also written Jan Blažej Santini, Jan Santini Aichl, Giovanni Santini, Jan Blažej Santini-Eichel, Giovanni Santini-Aichl, Johann Blasius Santini-Aichel, Giovanni Blasius Santini or Jan Blažej Santini-Aüchel] substituted as architect
The construction of the palace was carried out according to this project by Giovanni Antonio Lurago and Bartolomeo Scotti.
The shell of the building was completed 1721 and then work continued on the interiors.
The palace was inherited in 1769 by the Thun family.
In 1924, the Italian government bought both palaces, structurally and functionally interconnected, from Jaroslav František Thun and established its embassy in the Czechoslovak Republic here. The Italian Embassy is still housed in the palace.
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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
Sam alla Sacra Casa di Loreto.
La costruzione della chiesa (in ceco: Kostel Narození Páně) e del relativo convento di Loreto ebbe inizio nel 1626, su progetto dell'architetto italiano Giovanni Orsi. Fu finanziata da Katerina, contessa di Lobkowicz, devota della leggenda di Loreto. All'interno vi si custodisce una copia della "Santa Casa" attorno alla quale si articola l'intero complesso di cappelle e chiostri. Agli inizi del XVIII secolo, vi venne aggiunta l'attuale facciata tardo-barocca, sotto la supervisione degli architetti Christopher Dientzenhofer e Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer .