Aachen Cathedral

Wednesday 25 March 2009 Posted by admin at 05:49 | Labels:


Aachen Cathedral, by unknown, at Aachen, Germany , 792 to 805. 
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Aachen Cathedral Commentary 

"Construction of this Palatine chapel, with its octogonal basilica and cupola, began between 790 and 800 under the Emperor Charlemagne. Originally inspired by eastern churches of the Roman Empire, splendid facings were added in the Middle Ages. "

— UNESCO

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1 comments:

Aachen cathedral said...

This is really one of the best historic place.Aachen cathedral church looks very fantastic.This blog will be more interesting when you update more information along with picture.

26 September 2010 at 21:34

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