When it comes to skyscraper architecture, a lot has happened over the past couple of decades. Compared to the days of the early skyscrapers, several buildings have emerged that incorporate the most significant form of decoration into their overall design. Some of the most notable examples are twisted buildings that have been constructed all around …
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See Naples and Die or “Vedi Napoli e poi muori” might be a phrase that you have heard somewhere, and I’m happy to say you don’t need to take it literally. It simply means that you have to see the beautiful city of Naples and admire its magnificent architectural landscape once in your life. The …
Most medieval castles in Europe were constructed as fortifications to protect a certain area. The location of these buildings was, therefore, essential. Very few castles embody this notion than this magnificent castle in a small town in the eastern part of Switzerland. This building in Switzerland has a history that probably goes back over a …
The title of the first major shopping mall in the world has sometimes been given to Trajan’s Market in Rome, a structure that was completed in the 2nd century A.D. Shopping malls as we know them today have their roots in the late 18th century, and more specifically the shopping arcades that were part of …
The late 18th and early 19th centuries was an era that was defined by the Industrial Revolution and the fast urbanization of European cities. Along with this urban development came a new form of structure that served as shopping venues, known today as shopping arcades. The first of its kind was constructed within the Palais-Royal …
The exterior of this church in Rome already looks as if there’s something special to be found inside, and that’s definitely the case. Santa Maria della Vittoria is a Catholic church and basilica constructed during the Baroque era and houses one of the most stunning frescoes and sculptures in the city. There’s also a remarkable …
The High Renaissance ended in the early 1520s and was replaced by a style that dominated the remainder of the 17th century throughout Europe. Mannerism emerged at a period when artists and architects believed that everything had already been accomplished. It’s defined by the aim to surpass the achievements of the Renaissance, and this was …
It takes a special kind of building to stand out in an area that is crowded with amazing tall buildings like Dubai Marina. This famous skyscraper somehow manages to achieve this because of its incredible twisting design. Granted, it was not the first twisting skyscraper in the world, but it did hold a remarkable record …
Just north of the beautiful Dublin Mountains, the capital city of Ireland was established on the banks of the River Liffey. Its name was derived from the Irish word “Duibhlinn” which translates to “dark tidal pool.” This was a reference to a natural feature in the historical heart of the city. The Romans knew a …
One of the greatest landmarks in Budapest connects both sides of the Hungarian capital city across the Danube River. When it was completed in the mid-19th century, this remarkable structure was definitely one of the most outstanding engineering achievements of its time. Its location in the heart of the city, the remarkable design, and various …