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Votive Church Vienna
The Votive Church in Vienna, Austria is considered as one of the more notable neo-Gothic churches today. It is specifically located at the Ringstrasse in the district of Alsergrund near the University of Vienna. Its existence was made possible by a stroke of history that may be unlike how other churches may have originated. It was built as a monument of thanksgiving for a failed assassination atte... [Read More]
Grundtvig's Church
Grundtvig's Church is a uniquely designed church located in Bispebjerg district in Copenhagen, Denmark. Its original name is the Grundtvig's Memorial Church but has since been shortened to its current name. Its unique design is one of the rare examples of expressionist style of church architecture. And because it comes with an unusual design for a church, it is considered as one of the more recogn... [Read More]
St. Stephen's Cathedral
St. Stephen's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in the heart of Vienna, Austria. It is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Vienna as well as the seat of the Archdiocese in the city. It is considered as the most important religious building in the city, having borne witness to some of the most important events in the nation's history. It is also one of the most recognizable landma... [Read More]
Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral
The Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Mexico City, situated on top of a former Aztec sacred precinct. It is considered to be the largest as well as the oldest cathedral in the Americas. It is also known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of Mary of Mexico City. Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral History Despite its modern sounding name, the Me... [Read More]
St. Isaac's Cathedral
St. Isaac's Cathedral is a Russian Orthodox cathedral located in St. Petersburg, Russia. It is one of the tallest of the Eastern Orthodox churches and the largest in the city. The cathedral is dedicated to St. Isaac of Dalmatia who was the patron saint of Peter the Great of Russia. St. Isaac's Cathedral History St. Isaac's Cathedral was ordered built in St. Isaac's Square by the Tsar Alexander I. ... [Read More]
St. Mark's Basilica
St. Mark's Basilica is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in Venice, Italy. It is the seat of the Archdiocese of Venice and is considered as the most famous church found in the city. The St. Mark's Basilica is also one of the best known existing examples of a church built influenced by Byzantine architecture. St. Mark's Basilica History The roots of St. Mark's Basilica can be traced as early as 82... [Read More]
Cologne Cathedral
Cologne Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located in Cologne, Germany. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Cologne and a renowned monument of German Catholicism. The Cologne Cathedral is named as a World Heritage site and is one of the best architectural monuments in Germany. It is also the most popular landmark in the city of Cologne. Cologne Cathedral History The Cologne Cathedral was initial... [Read More]
Strasbourg Cathedral
The Strasbourg Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Cathedral located in Strasbourg, France. Also known as the Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg, the cathedral is known for its characteristic pink hue. It is also considered as one of the prime examples of late Gothic architecture, despite some parts of it remain in the Romanesque architectural style. Strasbourg Cathedral History The site of the Strasbo... [Read More]
Brasilia Cathedral
Brasilia Cathedral is a unique and striking Roman Catholic cathedral and landmark located in Brasilia, Brazil. It serves as the seat of the archdiocese of Brasilia. It is officially known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady Aparecida, who is also known as the Queen and Patroness of Brazil. Brasilia Cathedral History the cornerstone for the Brasilia Cathedral was laid down on the 12th of Sept... [Read More]
Salisbury Cathedral
Salisbury Cathedral is an imposing Anglican cathedral located in Salisbury, England. Formally known as the Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the cathedral is considered to be a primary example of Early English Gothic architecture. The Salisbury Cathedral is known to have the tallest church spire in the whole United Kingdom. Salisbury Cathedral History The Salisbury Cathedral was build a... [Read More]