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A Guide to Gothic Architecture in Europe: Everything You Need to Know

A Guide to Gothic Architecture in Europe: Everything You Need to Know

İrem Uğur
March 19 2023 - 12:57pm

Cologne, Milan, Paris... Did you know that many of the famous architectural structures you come across while traveling in the famous cities of Europe are the products of the Gothic Architecture movement that influenced Europe from the late 12th century to the 16th century? What is Gothic architecture, what are the most prominent features of gothic architecture and what are its examples around the world? If you are curious, let's start!

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Gothic architecture is an architectural movement that emerged in the late 12th century and influenced Europe until the Renaissance.

Gothic architecture is an architectural movement that emerged in the late 12th century and influenced Europe until the Renaissance.

The movement, which emerged in the Middle Ages, is usually seen in churches and cathedrals because it wants to emphasize the greatness and splendor of religion. Gothic architecture is characterized by decoration, splendor, magnificence, ostentation, tall buildings, stained glass.

So where does the name 'Gothic' come from?

So where does the name 'Gothic' come from?

The name Gothic was first used by the Italian painter and architect Giorgio Vasari. Gothic, which literally means barbarian, is claimed to come from the Gothic (Germanic) people who invaded Rome.

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1. Pointed arches

1. Pointed arches

In Gothic architecture, long, thin and pointed arches began to appear in architectural works. One of the most important features of the Gothic period was that the architectural structures were long to show their splendor. Pointed and long arches were made to balance the weights caused by the length of the buildings.

2. Flying buttresses

2. Flying buttresses

Since the architects knew that long and thin walls would reduce the durability of the structure, many buttresses were added to these structures. Thus, the structures were strengthened.

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3. Rib vaults

3. Rib vaults

Another method used to increase the durability of architectural structures was rib vaults. In addition to strengthening the architectural structure, rib vaults allowed for higher ceilings and larger windows.

4. Rose patterned windows

4. Rose patterned windows

In these magnificent buildings built in the Middle Ages to symbolize the power of the church, rose-shaped windows decorated with religious motifs in the center of the building allowed the buildings to receive more light.

What are the most famous works of Gothic Architecture in the world?

Cologne Cathedral, Germany

Cologne Cathedral, Germany

Milan Cathedral, Italy

Milan Cathedral, Italy
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Notre Dame de Paris, France

Notre Dame de Paris, France

Florence Cathedral, Italy

Florence Cathedral, Italy

Old Town Bridge Tower, Czech Republic

Old Town Bridge Tower, Czech Republic

Reims Notre Dame Cathedral, France

Reims Notre Dame Cathedral, France

The Church of Our Lady, Belgium

The Church of Our Lady, Belgium
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Canterbury Cathedral, England

Canterbury Cathedral, England

Chartres Cathedral, France

Chartres Cathedral, France
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