The huge Citadel is not the only example of military architecture in Lille, a city in the northern part of France that was part of the Spanish Netherlands until the 17th century. Porte de Paris, or “Gate of Paris,” is a magnificent arch that stands just east of Lille’s historical center known as “Vieux-Lille.” Built …
Arches in France
The French capital is home to one of the most famous triumphal arches in the world, but that’s far from the only monument of this type in the city. I’m obviously talking about the Arc de Triomphe, one of the best-known landmarks in Paris. Another famous arch in Paris can be found just north of …
A relatively small town in the southeastern part of France is home to some of the most fascinating ancient Roman monuments in Europe. The Romans invented triumphal arches and constructed them all across the Roman Empire. They did the same regarding temples, Roman Bathhouses, and Roman Amphitheaters. Let’s take a closer look at some of …
The Romans invented the triumphal arch, a monumental structure that was used during triumphal processions commemorating a special event. This could be a great victory or the addition of a new province to the Roman Empire. Because of the vast scale of the Roman Empire and the engineering ability of the people who designed these …