This afternoon, I was in the largest city in western Germany, Cologne, which is best known for the famous Cologne Cathedral that holds the shrine of The Three Wise Men, a holy relic brought by Archbishop Rainald von Dassel back in the mid-12th century. Because of these relics, the cathedral became one of the most important places of pilgrimage in Europe.
The interior shot with the sky blue details was extraordinary. I love cathedrals, my favorite is Sainte-Chapelle and of course Notre Dame (will definitely plan a trip when the restoration is complete). Cathedrals are so rich with history. Even thought I’m not catholic and have non-traditional views about just everything, I feel safe & protected in cathedrals.
Seeing this magnificent structure through your eyes is beautiful to behold.
So much history, wonderful sacred relics and artifacts with treasured meaning. I can only imagine the experience. It would be so much to take in. The breathtaking architecture challenges the eyes to appreciate each detail inside and out. Holy statues throughout and the stained glass is sublime. But The Shrine of The Three Wise Men takes my breath away. It’s stunning!
Next best thing to being there is seeing the views through your pictures…thank you. I’m incredulous at the creation of these structures at the times they were built!
Thank you for sharing all those pictures. I love cathedrals - they are just such impressive buildings and they each tell a story. I especially like ones about towers that are not the same height. The cathedral in Cologne is no exception, although I'm more familiar with stories of second towers not being built at all or remaining unfinished for lack of money.
Love the front view. Very nicely captured. I once tried and failed to capture the front of the Nidaros cathedral in Trondheim.
The interior shot with the sky blue details was extraordinary. I love cathedrals, my favorite is Sainte-Chapelle and of course Notre Dame (will definitely plan a trip when the restoration is complete). Cathedrals are so rich with history. Even thought I’m not catholic and have non-traditional views about just everything, I feel safe & protected in cathedrals.
What an incredible afternoon you had!
Seeing this magnificent structure through your eyes is beautiful to behold.
So much history, wonderful sacred relics and artifacts with treasured meaning. I can only imagine the experience. It would be so much to take in. The breathtaking architecture challenges the eyes to appreciate each detail inside and out. Holy statues throughout and the stained glass is sublime. But The Shrine of The Three Wise Men takes my breath away. It’s stunning!
Thank you so much for sharing this, I love it.
Next best thing to being there is seeing the views through your pictures…thank you. I’m incredulous at the creation of these structures at the times they were built!
🌻⛪💚 Thank you, Alexander!
Fabulously overwhelming impressive Cathedrals . . . mind blowing photos!
Most of my life I thought Horse Barns where the end of the world (-:
Thank you for sharing all those pictures. I love cathedrals - they are just such impressive buildings and they each tell a story. I especially like ones about towers that are not the same height. The cathedral in Cologne is no exception, although I'm more familiar with stories of second towers not being built at all or remaining unfinished for lack of money.
Love the front view. Very nicely captured. I once tried and failed to capture the front of the Nidaros cathedral in Trondheim.
Hello Alex !
Interesting !
Beautiful pic of the stained glass !! 👌👌🌟
Enjoy well of your travels ! 🙋♀️
Extraordinary architecture; beauty everywhere captured sublimely in photos. Thank you for the tour!