Cathedrals
A series on the great cathedrals of Europe
In this series I talk about the history behind the great Gothic cathedrals of Europe. Here you can read about the people who made it possible, about the materials, tools and financing. I also feature an in-depth look at some special cathedrals, which were built during the Middle Ages and other historical periods.
Understanding the world of cathedrals: St Stephen’s Cathedral/Stephansdom (Austria)
If you have the chance to visit the Austrian capital, you will without any doubt, make it to Stephen's cathedral, located in the center of town, on Stephen's …
Understanding the world of cathedrals: financing a cathedral
Once the project was commissioned, it had to be financed. The chapter of canons, an assembly of priests responsible for dealing with anything linked to the …
Understanding the world of cathedrals: an inside look on how cathedrals were built
During the Middle Ages, a time when townspeople's timber dwellings were rather modest and kings palaces were quite rare, were built the gigantic Gothic …