Architecture

Thursday, 20 August 2026
29 facts about Palace of Versailles
29 facts about Palace of Versailles
Former residence of the kings of France
The Palace of Versailles is one of the largest palace complexes in Europe. It is part of the historical and cultural heritage of France, as a symbol o ...

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Brandenburg Gate
The renovated gate was put into operation on December 14, 1957.
Brandenburg Gate
It was originally painted white and called the Peace Gate.
Neuschwanstein Castle
Neuschwanstein Castle consists of several separate structures built over a length of 150 meters on the top of a cliff.
The building is adorned with numerous towers, ornate turrets, gables, balconies, pinnacles and sculp ...
Malbork Castle
The Polish army took part in the capture of Malbork, which lasted 13 years (Thirteen Years' War). However, the castle in Malbork was not captured with weapons, but with money.
Malbork Castle was an impregnable fortress, so an agreement was reached with the mercenaries of the ...
Forbidden City
To the south of the Forbidden City were two important temples.
These were: The Imperial Family Shrine (Imperial Ancestral Temple), where the emperor worshipped the ...
Trevi Fountain
The Trevi Fountain is located in Rome in the Rione Trevi.
Rione are the administrative units into which central Rome's area is divided.
Brooklyn Bridge
Construction of the bridge began on January 3, 1870 and lasted for 13 years.
Space Needle
The Space Needle is built on private property and belongs to the Wright family.
Golden Gate Bridge
Any non-service animals, including horses, are not allowed on the Golden Gate Bridge.
The only time that a horse ever crossed the bridge was on the day of its opening.
Spanish Steps
The monumental staircase at the top of the long street leading to the Tiber was designed in such a way that the scenic effect gradually increased the closer one approached.
In keeping with Baroque architecture, the idea was to create long, deep perspectives that culminated in a monumental backdrop.