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Net Serf: Medieval Architecture
This site provides links and descriptions to sites covering all aspects of medieval life, including architecture.
Read Works
Read Works: Architecture the Parthenon
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about The Parthenon as an example of ancient Greek architecture. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
University of Chicago
Encyclopedia Romana: Temple Architecture
Learn about the history and architecture of Roman temples. Encyclopedia Romana links to other related information on ancient Rome as well.
Other
World History Project: Gothic Art & Architecture
A detailed description from Ragz-International of Gothic art and architecture. Describes the three phases of Gothic architecture: low, high, and late. Also, discusses Gothic sculptures and paintings.
A&E Television
History.com: The Little Known Peruvian Pyramids That Are as Old as Egypt's
Caral was an architectural marvel - a 1,500-acre complex constructed by the oldest known civilization in the Western Hemisphere. Colossal pyramid structures in the Americas as old as those in Egypt? The Sacred City of Caral-Supe, in...
Buddha Dharma Education Association
Buddha Net: Buddhist Art and Architecture
Illustrated overviews of well-known Buddhist art and architecture.
Other
An Architectural Masterpiece: Hagia Sophia
See a photo and read this description of the Hagia Sophia, located in Istanbul, Turkey, and hailed as a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Forum and Markets of Trajan
Marcus Ulpius Traianus, now commonly referred to as Trajan, reigned as Romess emperor from 98 until 117 C.E. and had a reputation as a good emporer. A massive architectural complex-referred to as the Forum of Trajan was devoted to...
Art Cyclopedia
Artcyclopedia: The Arts and Crafts Movement
Artcyclopedia gives a brief history of the Arts and Crafts Movement, focusing on William Morris and artists working for the William Morris Company.
A&E Television
History.com: The World Trade Center, by the Numbers
When the World Trade Center's Twin Towers opened to the public in 1973, they were the tallest buildings in the world. Statistics: They rose a quarter-mile in the sky, contained 15 miles of elevator shafts, and nearly 44,000 windows. From...
A&E Television
History.com: How the Ancient Greeks Designed the Parthenon to Impress and Last
This icon of classical architecture perched atop the Acropolis has dominated the Athens skyline for 2,500 years. Few monuments in the world are more recognizable than the Parthenon. Sitting atop a limestone hill rising some 500 feet...
Other
Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site
Learn the history, architecture, and collections of the Long Beach, California historic site, Rancho Los Cerritos.
University of Chicago
Persepolis and Ancient Iran Persepolis Terrace
A description of the palace built by Darius designed to be the seat of government and important celebrations: Has links to view pictures of various aspects of the palace.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Provides an overview of the culture of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Saint Kitts and Nevis
Provides an overview of the culture of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Provides an overview of the culture of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Serbia and Montenegro
Provides an overview of the culture of Serbia and Montenegro. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Trinidad and Tobago
Provides an overview of the culture of Trinidad and Tobago. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Wallis and Futuna
Provides an overview of the culture of Wallis and Futuna. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Asian Architecture
History for Kids presents a history of ancient Asian architecture. Students learn about the structure, cities and buildings of the cultures of the ancient Indus Valley.
Other
The Normans, a European People
Get to know all about the history, culture, architecture, and archaeology of the Normans, a European civilization from the 9th-16th centuries.
BBC
Bbc: The Colosseum: Building the Arena of Death
Launch the animation to see how the Ancient Roman Colosseum was constructed and what occurred in each area. Archived.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: The Origins of Archaeology
An account which describes the work of Renaissance scholars to "reconstruct," ancient Rome and its architecture. A number of Renaissance manuscripts are shown. Click on "From collection to Reconstruction" (bottom of page) to go to next...
University of South Florida
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Greek Architecture
A browsable a-to-z library of clip art of ancient Greek architectural elements, such as caryatids, columns, temples, and floor plans, and of ancient Greek architectural sites, such as the Acropolis.