Several types of revival architecture emerged in the 19th century, and this makes it all the most remarkable that this particular type was only developed in its final decades. Baroque architecture was the most popular style in Europe from the early 17th to the mid-18th century and eventually spread all around the world. Defined by …
Baroque Buildings
The first walled fortification of the German city of Dresden was seriously expanded in the 15th century. It was eventually transformed into one of the most amazing Baroque buildings in the world. The amazing palace complex in the historic heart of the city has served multiple purposes throughout its history. Today, it’s a great place …
This Baroque building majestically overlooks a valley in Austria and features the tomb of an Irish saint who was born in the 10th century. These are just some of the many interesting things we can say about this Benedictine abbey, a structure that has a history that goes back to the 11th century. Let’s take …
One of the greatest Baroque buildings in Europe is also one of the most fantastic churches you’ll ever come across. To be described as one of the most amazing buildings in Vienna it really needs to be something special. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most interesting facts about Karlskirche, a building …
When it comes to Baroque Architecture we can define 3 distinctive phases that emerged in Europe. This exuberant, theatrical, and extremely decorative took the main elements of Renaissance buildings and made them grandiose in comparison, especially the domes and the columns. Baroque buildings first emerged in Rome and can be found all across the world …
When Spanish members of a religious order in Rome wanted a new church, they commissioned it to a man who would become one of the leading Baroque artists of the 17th century. This makes it no surprise that the Baroque building he designed became one of the most remarkable examples of Baroque architecture in Rome, …