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Tag Archives: medieval architecture
Monschau: A hidden gem in the Eifel
The old weaving town of Monschau is a real hidden gem tucked away in the Rur Valley within the Eifel Region to the South of Aachen. I love the old half timbered houses and the rambling streets of the old … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen & Euregio, History & Culture, In Europe, Uncategorized
Tagged Aachen, Eifel, Euregio, medieval architecture, Monschau, Red House
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Tuscan Towers: Medieval Highrise of San Gimignano
As I surveyed the lush, rolling hills, woods and vineyards of the Tuscan landscape from the medieval hill town of San Gimignano, I couldn’t help but wonder why the Romans ever bothered to head off to invade hostile enclaves and dark forests of Northern … Continue reading
Posted in History & Culture, In Europe, Urbanism
Tagged corporate culture, Ghibellines, Guelphs, Italy, medieval architecture, Milan, San Gimignano, skyscrapers, spirit of place, Tuscany
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