Architecture

Thursday, 16 April 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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Eiffel tower
Eiffel tower is 324 meters high.
It was the highest building in France until 1973 when a military radio relay was built in Saissac.
Colosseum
It was constructed for the emperor Vespasian as a gift for the Roman people.
By the time of Vespasian's death in 79 AD, three stories of the construction were completed. The who ...
La Scala
La Scala’s architecture is a fascinating combination of neoclassical and Renaissance styles.
From the very entrance to the theater, viewers are enchanted by the beauty of the architectural deta ...
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.
Lighthouse of Alexandria
It was built by order of Ptolemy I, however, it was put into use only during the reign of Ptolemy II.
Great Pyramid of Giza
The red granite used to build the interior of the king's chamber came from Aswan, over 800 kilometers from Giza.
It is estimated that 8,000 tons of granite were transported to Giza by river.
White house
In 2020, First Lady Melania Trump designed and established the Rose Garden.
Michelle Obama established the White House’s first organic garden and installed beehives on the mansion’s south lawn.
Forbidden City
The Forbidden City has a rectangular shape. Its dimensions are: 961 meters from north to south and 753 meters from east to west.
 The architectural idea was to present the imperial code of ethics through a physical installation. ...
Golden Gate Bridge
The signature paint was created precisely for the Golden Gate Bridge.
It is slightly lighter than the common International Orange, and its formula is rust-resistant. To maintain its vibrancy, the bridge is constantly being painted.
Krak des Chevaliers
The rooms of the upper and lower castle were different, there were latrines, baths, and barracks, but also impressive, decorated meeting and courtrooms.
Noteworthy is a 10 m high, 8 m wide, and 20 m long room equipped with a heating furnace and serving ...