An iconic view of Nuremberg: The Heilig-Geist-Spital. The church of this building was the depository for the Imperial Regalia for many years.
Category: Architecture
Chörlein of St Sebaldus in Nuremberg
In Nuremberg one can often see architectural elements looking like a secular bay but actually they are the choirs of private chapels named Chörlein. Probably the most beautiful Chörlein I saw at the presbytery of St. Sebaldus Church (St. Sebald)
An altana seen in Udine
Another interesting piece of architecture I saw in Udine. It is called an altana. Well, would you love to live in such a tower?
Penthouse at a piazza in Udine
Funny penthouse at a piazza in Udine. Would you love to live there?
Loggia del Lionello in Udine
Inside the Loggia del Lionello in Udine. It is part of the town hall built in the years 1448-1457. By the way, right in the middle of the loggia there is an interesting tool: A big thermometer.
Lunchtime at a lovely inner yard in Udine
On my trip through Udine I had lunch at this lovely inner yard next to the duomo. I was not the only person. Many Italian workers did have their meals there too. What about you? Do you have an open air place for your lunch?
Mausoleum of Ruprecht von Eggenberg
One of the most famous sights in Ehrenhausen, Austria: The mausoleum of Ruprecht von Eggenberg high over the city.
Administrative building of a timber mill in Styria
Interesting example of early Styrian industrial architecture. Can you see the religious statue at the second floor?
Marvellous facades in Brno
Some facades I came across near the railway station of Brno. In cities with railway stations built around 1900 one can see a lot of fascinating architecture near these stations. Therefore I love to stroll around these quarters and to take photos like these ones.
Gasometer City in Vienna
On my train journey to Brno, I passed the Gasometer City in Vienna. Can you see the modern houses inside the structures of former gas holders?
Peculiar architecture in Bolzano
The first impression of Bolzano after leaving my train was this building right opposite the station hall. Well, how would you call this style of architecture? I love especially the idea to put a lizard as add-on.
Laubengasse in Merano
At the end of my visit in Merano I walked down the famous Laubengasse which is known as a lane with one of the longest arcades in the world. Which fine streets with arcades do you know?