Architecture

Monday, 5 October 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
During the operation of the Berlin Wall, the Brandenburg Gate was located in the middle of the border between east and west and crossing it was strictly prohibited.
Schönbrunn Palace
The palace and its gardens cover an area of 160 hectares.
It has a distinctive yellow façade since it was Maria Theresa’s favorite color. It has 1441 chambers ...
Statue of Liberty
Lady Liberty's right foot is raised.
The intention was to display that, despite the shackles, liberty is advancing.
Great Wall of China
The China Wall is visited by 50 million tourists a year.
Due to the alarming number of tourists, which could threaten the structure, Government officials consider possible restrictions on the number of visitors.
Windsor Castle
In 1642, the English Civil War broke out, dividing the country between supporters of the Royalists of Charles I and the Parliamentarians.
Windsor Castle was converted into the seat of the Earl of Essex, the senior general of Parliament. T ...
Notre-Dame
The cathedral took 182 years to build, which influenced its shape. Its construction is the product of changing visions and developments in construction techniques rather than a specific architectural plan by a single author.
The work was commissioned in 1160 by Maurice de Sully, Bishop of Paris. The structure was built in four phases, and the work was not completed until 1345.
Pompeii
The gigantic cemetery was considered a cursed place.
It was not until 1711 that a villager digging a well accidentally discovered the buried city.
Neuschwanstein Castle
In June 1886, the Bavarian government decided to depose the king, who was living in Neuschwanstein at the time.
On June 9, 1886, the king was declared incapacitated and forced to leave the palace. On June 13, Lud ...
Balmoral Castle
Balmoral is privately owned and not owned by the Crown.
It was originally purchased by Prince Albert, not the Queen, meaning no income from the estate flows ...
Temple of Artemis
The building is also named the Artemesium or the Temple of Diana.