Architecture

May 29, 2019

5 Rock-Solid Facts About Paris’ Amazing Arc de Triomphe

Since 1836, the Arc de Triomphe has stood as a symbol of France's fortitude. Intended to immortalize the armies who fought in the Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, this massive stone structure is one of the most famous military monuments in the world. While you've likely heard of the Arc de Triomphe, you may not know its full story, from its lengthy construction to its 20th-century twin. Want to know more about the monument?

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May 21, 2019

6 Places in Paris Where You Can Still Experience Notre-Dame’s Medieval Magic

In April, a fire devastated Notre-Dame Cathedral, one of Paris' most beloved monuments. Fortunately, firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze before the 850-year-old building lost its integrity. Sadly, however, efforts to save the church's iconic spire were unsuccessful; as the oak and lead roof was reduced to ashes, the 750-ton structure crumbled and collapsed into the interior.

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May 14, 2019

Architect Designs a Minimalist Modern House Inside a Giant Ancient Rock

Inspired by the Mada'in Saleh rock tombs in Saudi Arabia, architectural designer Amey Kandalgaonkar has conceived a modern home embedded into the side of an enormous rock. Fit together like a Chinese puzzle box, the overall form is slowly revealed as Kandalgaonkar gives an aerial view of the site. It's only when looked down upon from the sky that the minimalist facade reveals a much more complex construction at the rear of the megalithic rock.

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April 30, 2019

Free Medieval City Generator Lets You Create Your Own Maps of Imaginary Lands

With Games of Thrones coming to an end, the world will be missing its fill of Medieval fantasy. But thanks to indie game developer Oleg Dolya, it will be possible to create your own Medieval city with the click of a button. Dolya's Medieval Fantasy City Generator is a free in-browser tool that is surprisingly addictive. Cities of differing sizes are randomly generated, but users are given some control to customize their fiefdoms.

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