Posts Tagged ‘religious architecture’
A New Look at Medieval Eastern Europe
Eastern Europe has long been overlooked by Anglo-American scholars. A new book exploring the rich history and artistic traditions of the medieval principality of Moldavia begins to change that.
Read MoreArmenia in the World: A New Virtual Experience
A current exhibit introduces audiences to the rich religious and cultural heritage of the Armenian people — entirely from the comfort of one’s home. “Walking” through the galleries demonstrates the benefits and limitations of experiencing art on a screen.
Read MoreLight Amid Darkness
Since Antiquity, church architects have used light to indicate holiness, and new research is showing how elaborate those efforts have been.
Read MoreSacred Topography and Spiritual Tourism
The religious art and architecture of churches and monasteries draw tourists and pilgrims to the Balkan Peninsula and the Carpathian Mountains. These sacred spaces stand as monuments to the history of Christianity in Eastern Europe.
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