The Archetypal Gargoyles at Mirepoix Cathedral

The Archetypal Gargoyles at Mirepoix Cathedral

  In today’s post, we’re going back to France, this time to the mediaeval town of Mirepoix in the region of Occitanie, an enchanting, medieval and magical place for visitors. One of its architectural wonders is the Cathedral of St. Maurice, begun in the late 13th...
The Gargoyles of Valencia Cathedral

The Gargoyles of Valencia Cathedral

  In this first post on gargoyles in the Region of Valencia (Spain), we shall be visiting the city of Valencia itself, which is home to some truly amazing examples. Today, We invite you to admire the gargoyles in this beautiful city’s cathedral. The bishop of...
Gargoyles Looking out to Sea

Gargoyles Looking out to Sea

  In this post, we want to look at some unique and exceptional gargoyles. These are unique not solely due to their type or style, but also because of their location. We are referring here to the gargoyles in the Cathedral of Palma de Mallorca (Spain), a jewel of...
Gargoyles of the Château Royal de Blois: Analysis and Typologies

Gargoyles of the Château Royal de Blois: Analysis and Typologies

  Today’s post takes us to one of the most outstanding architectural ensembles in France, where one of the most remarkable groups of gargoyles on a civil building is preserved. We are referring to the Château Royal de Blois, one of the principal castles of the...