The external decoration of a cathedral or large church building is often both architectural and pictorial. Decorative architectural devices include columns, pilasters, arcading, cornices, …

The congregation invited Burns to return as architect to rebuild the rugged brownstone Romanesque structure and expand it to a width of 84 feet and a length of 150 feet, making it …

While the Baltimore Cathedral was intended as a testament to the religious tolerance upon which the new country was founded, with its large windows and open, airy, welcoming design, the …

Discover the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — its history, beauty, and role as a major landmark.

By studying the architecture of the great Cathedrals, we can understand design and symbolism of most Christian churches from Roman times to the late 20th century.

Explore the history, architecture, and significance of cathedrals in this detailed guide. Cathedrals are some of the most iconic structures in the world. These magnificent buildings have stood for …

Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the cathedral was dedicated in 1864 and designated a minor basilica by the Vatican in 1976. The basilica is the largest Catholic church in the State of …

(1831-1911), the 6th bishop of the Cathedral Basilica – Designed in the ancient Celtic-Romanesque style of architecture, it is rem rkable for its nine-foot sculptured Celtic cross. One …

São Paulo Cathedral in Brazil is a representative modern cathedral built in Neo-Gothic style. The Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral in Florence in Italy. Its dome by Filippo Brunelleschi, the …

Francis Patrick Kenrick initiated the building of this magnificent Church in 1846. It was continued through the tenure of Saint John Neumann and completed in 1864 by Bishop (later …