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The Fuggerhaus in Donauwörth dates back to 1539. It is located at the Reichsstraße, a street that was a main Bavarian traffic artery in medieval times.
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Toruń is one of most attractive and historic towns in Poland.
It is famous for being the birthplace ( in 1474 ) of the Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus whose epochal book, De Revolutionibus Orbium Coelestium is universally regarded as the starting point of modern astronomy.
In 1997 the old medieval quarter of Toruń comprising the Old Town ( 1233 ), the New Town ( 1264 ) and the Teutonic Knights Castle ( mid 13th c. ) was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for having preserved almost intact its original medieval street layout. Toruń is full of Gothic monuments of architecture, all built of brick, such as the Town Hall, The Leaning Tower, numerous churches and many burgher houses around the central market square and the surrounding streets.
If you ever are in Gdańsk on the coast, I recommend driving down to Toruń - it's only 2hrs away on the motorway - the place has a great artistic atmosphere and a lively cafe scene.
The Torretta Pepoli, of eclectic taste, is one of the most representative historical monuments of the city of Erice (Tp)
Built between 1872 and 1880, it was used by Count Agostino Pepoli to welcome literary friends of the time and as a place of study for his archaeological research.
Its unprecedented architectural style recalls Moorish models, medieval architecture with vaguely liberty references.
The Torretta has been open to the public since 2014 as an interactive museum and has been named Observatory of Peace and Lighthouse of the Mediterranean.
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La Torretta Pepoli , di gusto eclettico, è uno dei monumenti storici più rappresentativi della città di Erice (Tp).
Edificata tra il 1872 ed il 1880, fu impiegata dal Conte Agostino Pepoli, per accogliere amici letterati del tempo e come luogo di studio per le sue ricerche archeologiche.
Il suo inedito stile architettonico, richiama, modelli moreschi, architetture medievali con richiami vagamente liberty.
La Torretta è fruibile al pubblico dal 2014 come museo interattivo ed è stata intitolata Osservatorio di Pace e Faro del mediterraneo.
Brujas (en flamenco Brugge, en francés Bruges)
BÉLGICA
El mayor atractivo de Brujas es su casco histórico declarado Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la Unesco en el año 2000. Aunque en gran parte reconstruido, dicho centro urbano es uno de los más grandes atractivos europeos, ya que mantiene intactas las estructuras arquitectónicas medievales.
Bruges (Brugge in Flemish, French Bruges)
BELGIUM
The biggest attraction is its historic Bruges Heritage Site by Unesco in 2000. Although largely rebuilt, the city center is one of the biggest attractions in Europe, as it keeps intact the medieval architectural structures.
Frocester Court Gatehouse, (same complex as the recent Tithe Barn photo series) Frocester, nr. Stroud. Fell in love with this gatehouse, just stunning....16th century. Handheld, standard iPhone shot. Battered in Snapseed on iPad Pro with help from an Apple Pencil.
The Rathaus (town hall) of Donauwörth as seen from the Reichsstraße.
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Ávila is an ancient city in the rolling hill country northwest of Madrid in the region of Castile and León. The Walls were built between the 11th and 14th centuries, to defend the city from invaders. These medieval fortifications are the most complete and best preserved in all of Spain. The walls are Romanesque style architecture and are considered to be the largest fully illuminated monument in the world. It is even possible to walk on top of the walls for about half of the distance around. The Old Town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
The enclosed area is a rectangle of 31 hectares (77 acres) with a perimeter of 2,516 meters (8,255 ft), including 88 semicircular towers and 9 gates. The walls have an average width of 3 meters (9.8 ft) and an average height of 12 meters (39 ft).
To see behind the "obvious" is the photographic message I would like to extend to each and everyone of you out there who are still in search of the perfect frame, out of a given scene and not just the profound, easy one .. The above seen castle is a contemporary, unfinished yet construction that tries to emulate the character of medieval architecture ... Given this, any photograph that captures the construction from an an face angle would almost inevitably be without any visual interest ...
But if you see around your theme, you will find angles that would change your scene into a visually engaging one ... Try additionally to locate a foreground anchor of additional interest, hide all unimportant visual details, crop your image et voila ... Medieval spirit is being transferred directly to your eyes ...
NIKON D90 DSLR with Nikon Nikkor 18 - 55 lens, manual mode, shutter speed 1/15 s, ISO 100, f 9, focal length 20 mm, use of HOYA ND X 2 filter, cloudy weather white balance, center weighted average metering mode, HDR processing derived from only one RAW file, flash went off, use of a tripod ...
Thank you www.flickr.com/photos/dorchesterdorset/ (Tranter Dewy) for researching and enlightening me.....this is the white marble tomb of Abraham Blackleech Gent who died in 1639 and his wife Gertrude. The tomb is situated at the east end of the north aisle in Gloucester Cathedral. According to an article in the British Library the two recumbent effigies are most likely by Samuel Baldwin, and are of good quality with carefully carved hands, faces and costumes.
At their feet is this inscription:-
To the happy Memorie of Abraham Blackleech Gent. Sonne of William Blackleech, Esq. a Man not only generally beloved in this Life, but deservedly endeared to Posterity, by rare Examples of seldom'd pattern'd Piety expressed in his Bounty, to Saint Paul's in London, to this Church, to the Highways about, and the Poor in this City ----- Who laying aside the vileness of Mortalitie, was admitted to the glory of eternity.
Nov. 30. 1639
Gertrude
Handheld, Zeiss ExoLens (Wide-Angle), Shoulderpod S1, quietly & respectfully edited in Snapseed on iPad Pro.
Fortifications Carcassonne is a medieval architectural-urbanist complex. On the hill where the fortifications of Carcassonne are now, there was a fortification before Roman rule (VI century BC).
At the end of the 3rd and beginning of the 4th century the settlement was strengthened by the construction of a long defensive wall of about 1200 m. Fortifications consisting of two lines of walls and a castle extend to a total length of 3 km.
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Fortyfikacje Carcassonne to średniowieczny zespół architektoniczno-urbanistyczny. Na wzgórzu, gdzie teraz znajdują się fortyfikacje Carcassonne, jeszcze przed okresem panowania rzymskiego (VI wiek p.n.e) istniało grodzisko.
W końcu III i początku IV wieku osadę wzmocniono przez budowę muru obronnego długiego na około 1200 m. Fortyfikacje składające się z dwóch linii murów i zamku rozciągają się na całkowitą długość 3 km.
This telephoto zoom allows us to admire the castle of Pierreclos at leisure. This medieval fortress was built from the 12th century. You can clearly see the chapel of the castle, a superb Romanesque tower dating from this period.
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Architecture médiévale
Ce zoom au téléobjectif nous permet d'admirer tout à loisir le château de Pierreclos. Cette forteresse médiévale fut construite à partir du 12ème siècle. On voit très bien la chapelle du château, superbe tour romane datant de cette époque
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Pierreclos - South Burgundy - France / Pierreclos - Bourgogne du Sud - France
Piazza del Duomo, Pisa
Standing in a large green expanse, Piazza del Duomo houses a group of monuments known the world over. These four masterpieces of medieval architecture – the cathedral, the baptistry, the campanile (the 'Leaning Tower') and the cemetery – had a great influence on monumental art in Italy from the 11th to the 14th century.
Hereford Cathedral, handheld, Zeiss ExoLens (Wide-Angle), tickled in 'Photos' on iMac and Snapseed on iPad Pro.
Siena, Tuscany, Italy
The Palazzo Pubblico (town hall) is a palace in Siena, Tuscany, central Italy. Construction began in 1297 to serve as the Republic of Siena's government, which consisted of the Podestà and Council of Nine, the elected officials who performed executive functions (and judicial ones in secular matters).[1]
The outside of the structure is an example of Italian medieval architecture with Gothic influences. The lower story is stone while the upper crenellated stories are made of brick. The facade of the palace is curved slightly inwards (concave) to reflect the outwards curve (convex) of the Piazza del Campo, Siena's central square, of which the Palace is the focal point.
Let us admire once more the castle of Pierreclos, built from the 12th century. Part of the roof is in polychrome tiles. This type of roof is characteristic of Burgundy. We see it in particular at the hospices of Beaune or at the royal monastery of Brou near Bourg en Bresse.
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Belle architecture médiévale
Admirons une fois de plus le château de Pierreclos, bâti à partir du 12ème siècle. Une partie du toit est en tuiles polychromes. Ce type de toit est cartactéristique de la Bourgogne. On le voit notamment aux hospices de Beaune ou au monastère royal de Brou à coté de Bourg en Bresse.
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Pierreclos - South Burgundy / Bourgogne du Sud - France
The area of the town of Óbidos is located on a hilltop, encircled by a fortified wall. Óbidos remains a well-preserved example of medieval architecture; its streets, squares, walls and its castle are a popular tourist destination. The castle now houses a pousada. The municipality is also home to the famous Praia D'el Rey golf complex, one of the top golf resorts in Europe, and Royal Óbidos - Spa & Golf Resort.
Each July Óbidos castle hosts a traditional 'Medieval Market'.
Information from Wikipedia.
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The origin dates back to the 13th century. The castle was constantly expanded over several centuries until it reached its present form.
Bückeburg, Lower Saxony. Germany.
I cannot believe its over a decade since I visited Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire given its relatively close by to me . Mind you in Yorkshire we are spoilt for choice if you want to visit historic monasteries as well as Fountains there are other historic abbeys at Jervaulx, Bolton, Whitby, Rievaulx, Kirkham and Byland all well worth a visit.
Fountains abbey sits on the banks of the River Skell in North Yorkshire. It is one of the largest and best preserved ruined Cistercian monasteries in England. Founded in 1132, the abbey operated for 407 years, becoming one of the wealthiest monasteries in England until its dissolution, by order of Henry VIII, in 1539.
The medieval architecture is superb, including a surviving 168 ft. tower. It is regarded as one of the finest monastic sites in Europe and is classed as a World Heritage site.
The shot looks onto the West door of the Nave with a view of the tower
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Dramatic landscape of Eilean Donan Castle set on the merging waters of the Loch Alsh, Loch Dunic and Loch Long.
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From my original photo taken in Brittany in 2007.
Vitré is a town located in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Brittany, France. It has a population of approximately 20,000 people and is known for its medieval architecture, including a castle, ramparts, and half-timbered houses.
During World War II, Vitré was occupied by German forces and its residents experienced hardships and restrictions imposed by the occupying army. The town saw heavy fighting between the German army and the Allies, and was eventually liberated by American forces in August 1944.
The people of Vitré played a significant role in the resistance movement during the war, and their sacrifices and efforts are remembered and honored to this day.
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Depuis les Jardins du Palais de la Berbie
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Le palais de la Berbie est un ancien château urbain des évêques d'Albi, construit en 1228 et 1308. Il a été classé monument historique en 1862. Depuis 2010, il est classé au patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO par son appartenance à l'ensemble architectural médiéval de la cité épiscopale d'Albi. Il voisine la cathédrale Sainte-Cécile pour laquelle il a éprouvé certaines techniques architecturales. Il partage avec elle et bon nombre de bâtiments de la vieille ville la brique foraine rouge.
The Berbie Palace is an old urban castle of the bishops of Albi, built between 1228 and 1308, which stands in the French commune of Albi, in the southwest of France.
Built during the second half of the 13th century, it was first intended as a prestigious residence. It then became a fortress, facing the hostility of the Albigensian population, both economically and religiously, with the Cathar heresy. Subsequently, it was several times revised by the bishops of the city between the 16th and 18th centuries, gaining in comfort without completely losing the appearance of austere fortress.
It was declared a French historical monument in 1862. Since 2010, it is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site by its membership in the medieval architectural complex of the episcopal city of Albi. It adjoins the Cathedral of Saint Cecilia for which it has tested some architectural techniques. It shares with it and many of the buildings of the old city the red brick fairground.
Jardins de la Berbie
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La courtine préservée constitue une promenade avec treillis en pergola qui mène vers une contre-terrasse et une terrasse haute (...) Le tout offre une vue imprenable sur le Tarn, la rive droite et le pont Vieux, éléments inclus dans le périmètre classé de la cité épiscopale. Les tourelles-contrefort sur lesquelles ont été créés de petits belvédères, accueillent les statues de style antique acquises au 18ème siècle par le cardinal de Bernis.
The preserved curtain is a walk with pergola trellises that leads to a counter-terrace and a high terrace (...) The whole offers a breathtaking view of the Tarn, the right bank and the Old Bridge, elements included in the classified perimeter of the episcopal city. The turrets-buttress on which were created small belvederes, host the statues of ancient style acquired in the 18th century by the cardinal of Bernis.
November 2022 - Edited and uploaded 2022/11/19
Église Saint-Georges, 12ème et 13ème siècles
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Saint-Georges-du-Bois (Maine-et-Loire)
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Les Bois d'Anjou, Communauté de communes "Baugeois Vallée"
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The Gatehouse to the Bishop's Palace, part of the Wells Cathedral complex, Somerset, UK. Where the serving Bishops of Wells Cathedral have lived for the last 800 years or so.
iPhone 6s Plus with Zeiss ExoLens (Wide -Angle), Hisy remote, Shoulderpod S1, Manfrotto Tripod, religiously battered in Snapseed on iPad Pro.
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The historic town of Bernkastel-Kues, a popular tourist destination in the well-known wine growing centre on the Middle Moselle.
Lüneburg ist eine Hansestadt, welche im Mittelalter durch die Salzgewinnung ihre Bedeutung erlangt hat. Die mittelalterliche Architektur im Stil der Backsteingotik und die romantischen, historischen Giebel sind Lüneburgs Markenzeichen. Im reizvollen Gegensatz zur historischen Kulisse steht das junge, bunte Stadtleben der Universitätsstadt. Lüneburg wurde auf Salz erbaut und erlangte durch den Handel mit dem "Weißen Gold" im Mittelalter Reichtum und Ansehen. Die Spuren der salzigen Vergangenheit Lüneburgs laden zum Verweilen in einer lebendigen Innenstadt ein.
Lüneburg is a Hanseatic city that gained importance in the Middle Ages through salt production. The medieval architecture in brick Gothic style and the romantic, historic gables are Lüneburg's trademarks. The young, colorful city life of the university town stands in charming contrast to the historical backdrop. Lüneburg was built on salt and gained wealth and prestige through trading in the "white gold" in the Middle Ages. The traces of Lüneburg's salty past invite you to linger in a lively inner city.
Tewkesbury Abbey is world-renowned for being one of the UK’s greatest examples of medieval architecture. Its striking Norman tower and long nave have dominated the Tewkesbury skyline for nearly 900 years.
The Crypt, that was built in Norman times (completed in 1089) is situated underneath Worcester Cathedral. Handheld, Zeiss ExoLens (Wide-Angle), gently tickled in Snapseed on iPad Pro.
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The delicate Chapter House, where the day to day business of the Minster was run, was begun in about 1260. It is a superb example of the Gothic Decorated style which was then in vogue.
The entrance to the Chapter House is along a fairly low passage, which gives no hint of what is to come. You pass through a twin arched door, where a wonderfully carved Madonna and child stand, and enter into a circular space ringed with low stalls, above which soar traceried stained glass windows that can rival the famous 5 Sisters for delicacy and lightness.
The windows lead your eye upwards, where far above your head the marvelous ribbed vault of the ceiling is enough to make even the most footsore of tourists gasp.
The ribbed wooden roof is truly a masterpiece of medieval architecture, with colourfully painted panels and a profusion of gilded bosses (see photos below). Unlike other chapter houses, such as that of Wells Cathedral, there is no central column to support the roof vaulting; the ceiling is "free-standing" if you will, seeming almost to hang in space.
The stalls which line the chapter house are topped with a wonderful profusion of gargoyles - some humorous, some depicting souls in torment.
Tout droit sorti d'un conte de fées le chateau de Veves se visite en famille
Taken out of a fairytale you can visit this castle in familly
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Korenlei quay, Leie river, historical center of Ghent, Belgium.
A city originally started as a settlement at the confluence of the Rivers Scheldt and Leie. It was one of the richest cities in Late Middle Ages, when the mercantile zone was highly developed. Here occurs the ten-day-long Ghent Festival (Gentse Feesten in Dutch), which is held every year and attended by about 1–1.5 million visitors. Ghent is home to many people of foreign origin and immigrants. Much of the city's medieval architecture remains intact and is remarkably well preserved and restored.
Marketplace Fritzlar, Germany.
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San Gimignano is a small walled medieval hill town in the province of Siena, Tuscany, north-central Italy. Known as the Town of Fine Towers, San Gimignano is famous for its medieval architecture, unique in the preservation of about a dozen of its tower houses, which, with its hilltop setting and encircling walls form "an unforgettable skyline". Within the walls, the well-preserved buildings include notable examples of both Romanesque and Gothic architecture, with outstanding examples of secular buildings as well as churches. The Palazzo Comunale, the Collegiate Church and Church of Sant' Agostino contain frescos, including cycles dating from the 14th and 15th centuries. The "Historic Centre of San Gimignano", is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town also is known for the saffron, the Golden Ham and its white wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, produced from the ancient variety of Vernaccia grape which is grown on the sandstone hillsides of the area.
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San Gimignano
is a small walled medieval hill town in the province of Siena, Tuscany, north-central Italy.
Known as the Town of Fine Towers, San Gimignano is famous for its medieval architecture, unique in the preservation of about a dozen of its tower houses, which, with its hilltop setting and encircling walls, form "an unforgettable skyline".
Within the walls, the well-preserved buildings include notable examples of both Romanesque and Gothic architecture, with outstanding examples of secular buildings as well as churches.
The Palazzo Comunale, the Collegiate Church and Church of Sant' Agostino contain frescos, including cycles dating from the 14th and 15th centuries.
The "Historic Centre of San Gimignano" is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The bastion of the Tower of Belem juts out into the harbor of Lisbon, Portugal. It is a jewel of Manueline architecture built in the early 16th century of white limestone during the reign of Manuel I and granted UNESCO Heritage status in 1983. It is an iconic landmark of Portuguese history.
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