Much as been written and said about the grand reopening and restoration of France's Notre Dame, perhaps the world’s most famous cathedral, but for its famous gargoyles this is far from their ...
Mostly found in the form of reliefs or gargoyles on the exterior of German churches, some of them major historical landmarks, the images have been the subject of increasing public debate in recent ...
The fact that something as fragile as glass supports so much stone is an amazing part of the cathedral's design. Notre-Dame's gargoyles are very famous. These ugly-looking statues are there for a ...
We most often associate grotesques and gargoyles with the gothic cathedrals and churches of central Europe. Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris reportedly contains over 5,000 examples. Another style of ...
Seán Kelly James Harpur has long made a virtue of doing the unexpected. His latest release, The Gospel of Gargoyle, a series ...
U.S. News Insider Tip: Opt for a tour instead of exploring on your own, especially if you want to spot some of the cathedral's weirder gargoyles (like the famous Darth Vader). – Marisa Méndez ...
Some look like people, others like monsters or dragons. Gargoyles can be found on churches and other buildings all over the world. Why not join us for a family workshop exploring these mysterious ...