Architecture

The Alcázar is the oldest functioning Royal Residence in Europe.

In the 4th century, when Christianity appeared in Armorica, a chapel dedicated to St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr, was erected on the island.

In the 18th century, Queen Anne created the Ascot Racecourse and began the tradition of the annual Royal Ascot Procession from the castle.

Initially, it was supposed to be a bronze figure of Christ holding a globe in his hand or, instead of a figure, a gigantic cross.

There is a baroque fountain in the middle of the Spanish Square - Fontana della Barcaccia.

The gate is made of Elbe sandstone and sandstone from the vicinity of Lwówek Śląski.

La Scala - Teatro alla Scala - is one of the most famous and important opera houses in the world.

In front of the church is the Sallustiano Obelisk, almost certainly brought to Rome by Lucius Domitius Aurelianus (Roman emperor, one of the most prominent rulers of the second half of the 3rd century).

The White House is protected by the Secret Service and the police.

According to legend, in 709 CE the Archangel Michael appeared to the Bishop of Avranches, St. Aubert, asking him to build a shrine on a rock.