Castles were more than just strongholds. They were unmistakable declarations that, centuries later, continue to captivate us ...

From a true Medieval fortress to whimsical a pink castle and a French fairytale palace complete with a dungeon ...

Gothic architecture, originating in 12th-century France, is renowned for its soaring spires, intricate stained glass, and ...

Twenty-five years ago, Dr. Robert Bork, a professor of art history at the University of Iowa and a specialist in the study of Gothic architecture, was working in his office when a student knocked on ...

When people think of medieval architecture, they tend to think of giant European cathedrals with large open spaces and walls supported by flying buttresses. In fact, one need not cross the Atlantic ...

Editor’s Note: This post originally ran in 2012 and has been updated. You can read the previous post here. This stone church at 127 Kent Street in Greenpoint is not as modern as it may appear at first ...

Once a lively centre of learning, the Darasbari Mosque now stands abandoned and is locally referred to as the “mosque of silence” ...

The word “Gothic” often envokes a description of mysterious homes, or a modern-day group of people who have an affinity for dark aesthetics, but what the gothic architectural style historically ...

The hottest month in Girona is July and with temperatures now reaching 35C it is the perfect time to visit. Girona is one of Spain’s most charming cities, famous for its medieval old town, colourful ...