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Baroque Painted Hall, part of Greenwich Hospital (London, UK).
Painted by Sir James Thornhill.
The Old Royal Naval College is the architectural centrepiece of Maritime Greenwich (London, UK).
Listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The buildings were originally constructed to serve as the Royal Hospital for Seamen at Greenwich, now generally known as Greenwich Hospital, which was designed by Christopher Wren, and built between 1696 and 1712.
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The Doric arcade on the east side of the Great Court links the main house (R) to the kitchen wing (L). It is matched on the west side with a link to the stable wing.
Marsaxlokk is a traditional fishing village located in the south-eastern part of Malta, with a population of 3,277 people. The village’s name comes from marsa, which means "port" and xlokk, which is the local name for south east. The word is related to the name for the dry sirocco wind that blows from the Sahara, comparable to the equivalent Catalan word, "xaloc"
It was in the "bay of the sirocco" (Xlokk) that the first Phoenicians landed and set up trading posts on Malta, during the ninth century BC. During the Great Siege of Malta, Marsaxlokk harbor was also used as an anchorage by the Turkish fleet.
Overlooking the northern arm of Marsaxlokk Bay is the hill of Tas-Silġ, which contains remains of megalithic temples of the Tarxien phase, with later alterations resembling the Ħaġar Qim model. Bronze Age material has also been found scattered around the area. From the end of the 6th century BC to the 1st century AD, the hill was used as a religious site, notably as a temple dedicated to Astarte/Hera. Marsaxlokk was part of Zejtun Citta Beland in the past years. The Tas-Silġ site was used again for religious purposes sometime in the 4th century AD, when it was adapted to a new religion, Christianity, and possibly used as a monastery.
In recent decades, the village has been the site for wet bulk operations. Malta's new main power station is here. Discharge of petroleum products takes place mainly at the Enemalta discharge installation point at Birżebbuġa. Apart from this, Oil Tanking (Malta) Ltd. operates an independent oil terminal at Marsaxlokk, which has discharge and loading points along the breakwater pier and offers storage, blending, and bunkering facilities.
New shipping trends and the introduction of large, specialised container vessels meant that, for Malta to take advantage of its position at the crossroads of numerous shipping routes, a new facility for container shipping had to be built. The Malta Freeport Terminal, at Marsaxlokk, has developed into a major container terminal in the Mediterranean, equipped with the latest in technology and serving many of the giant operators in the container carrier sector.
The present-day population of Marsaxlokk is around 4,000. In the past, a great percentage of the population worked as full-time fishermen. The number of working fishermen has decreased, in part because people from other localities have moved to the village.
Beneath gray Galician skies, the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela rises like a weathered crown of stone. Every scar on its façade whispers of centuries of pilgrims, storms, and prayers carved into history. The rain-slicked square and the worn steps remind us that this is not just architecture, but a vessel of faith, endurance, and time itself. A gritty soul lingers in the details — baroque grandeur softened by centuries of wind and devotion.
Karlskirche (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 counter-reformers of the sixteenth century. Located on the edge of the Innere Stadt, approximately 200 meters outside the Ringstraße, Karlskirche contains a dome in the form of an elongated ellipsoid. Since Karlsplatz was restored as an ensemble in the late 1980s, Karlskirche has garnered fame due to its dome and its two flanking columns of bas-reliefs, as well as its role as an architectural counterweight to the buildings of the Musikverein and of the Vienna University of Technology. The church is cared for by a religious order, the Knights of the Cross with the Red Star, and has long been the parish church as well as the seat of the Catholic student ministry of the Vienna University of Technology. Next to the Church was the Spitaler Gottesacker. Antonio Vivaldi was buried there.
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)
Malate Church is a church in Manila, Philippines. It is a Baroque-style church which faces a small park and beyond that Manila Bay.
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
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)
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)
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)
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.
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.
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.
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.
Medium: Canon EOS 4000D
Date Taken: December 9, 2023
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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.
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.
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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.
Additional information on the City of Prague may be obtained at Wikipedia.