Sunday, August 16, 2009

Pillars Of The Earth

The Gothic ceiling of St. Eustache Church near Les Halles. It took 100 years to build from 1532 to 1632.

Ever since reading Ken Follett's 'Pillars of the Earth', I have been fascinated with the architecture of medieval churches and cathedrals. Especially the ceilings and roofs. How they built these structures in the Middle Ages is quite beyond me. It boggles my mind.

2 comments:

  1. As you prepare to leave this wonderful adventure behind, I would like to extend my gratitude to you and Joe for taking us along! I, for one, have enjoyed every syllable of the journey. The photo journal part has been inspirational to me and is leaving me wanting to see it IN PERSON!
    Thanks for letting us be your travel companions!

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