No wall or gate could stop them ... was primarily intended as an architectural rival to the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople. The inscription adorning its walls mentions two messengers of God ...

Every room highlights the wealth and influence of the Venetian Republic, from vast meeting halls to chambers filled with priceless art ... II after his conquest of Constantinople.

However, it was not until the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453 ... Bejewelled with intricate mosaic artistry, Islamic inscriptions and Biblical art, this structure is a stunning Byzantine ...

Venice used new art commissions to help its citizens understand the changing nature of power and quell public anxiety during ...

Some cities are more than just places to visit—they are living museums, preserving centuries of history, culture, and ...

New research suggests that some sections of the wall were constructed during the Western Zhou dynasty between 1046 and 771 B.C.E. Sarah Kuta Daily Correspondent Archaeologists recently excavated ...

UNESCO World Heritage Cities preserve history, culture, and architecture, offering a glimpse into the past. Cities like Rome, ...

Once the epicenter of the Roman Empire and later a hub for Renaissance art and Baroque architecture ... Formerly known as Byzantium and later Constantinople, it is home to stunning landmarks ...

Called “L’Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs,” it ran from April to October 1925, attracted 16 million people, and was a celebration of Modernism and Art Deco design. It occupied ...

By Melena Ryzik An exhibition at the Louvre-Lens in France examines centuries of interplay between art and fashion, including what the sartorial choices of artists revealed about their place in ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Back down goes Wall Street, and its former superstars are once again leading the way on Tuesday. Alphabet sank 2.5% after the owner of Google said it would buy cybersecurity firm ...