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The Enchanting, Magical Imagery of the Gargoyles at the Monastery of San Martín Pinario in Santiago de Compostela

The Enchanting, Magical Imagery of the Gargoyles at the Monastery of San Martín Pinario in Santiago de Compostela

Our first trip to Galicia took us to one of the most beautiful places in the world, Santiago de Compostela. It rained that day (what would Galicia be without rain!), but we loved it as much as ever because thanks to the rain, we could see the gargoyles spouting...

The Incredible, Unknown Gargoyles of El Burgo de Osma

The Incredible, Unknown Gargoyles of El Burgo de Osma

Today, we’re going to look at some of the most exceptional and astounding gargoyles that I discovered during my work and research for my doctoral thesis. These are the wonderful, “secret” gargoyles in the north aisle of the cathedral in this beautiful...

Surprisingly Unnerving Gargoyles. The Devils in the Lantern Tower at the Cathedral of Burgos

Surprisingly Unnerving Gargoyles. The Devils in the Lantern Tower at the Cathedral of Burgos

As I always say, when gargoyles are severed from their function as water spouts, they are transformed into pure image. Contemplating them arouses a multiplicity of emotions. They are the expression of beauty or hideousness, but above all, they are art. In...

Unique Artistic Beauty. The Imagery of the Cathedral of Segovia’s Gargoyles

Unique Artistic Beauty. The Imagery of the Cathedral of Segovia’s Gargoyles

The Cathedral of Segovia was built between the 16th and 18th centuries. According to Pérez Monzón, it’s one of the best surviving examples of 16th century Gothic architecture. In 1520, the cathedral suffered severe damage and plans were made to rebuild it or...

Realism and Fantasy in Gargoyles. Aachen Cathedral

Realism and Fantasy in Gargoyles. Aachen Cathedral

Today we’re going to Aachen, a German city that’s home to one of the most beautiful and extraordinary monuments in the world. We’re going to look at Aachen Cathedral and its magnificent Palatine Chapel, a marvel of history and art. Construction of the chapel...

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