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Main Square Collection (page 4)

The main square, a bustling hub of activity and culture, can be found in various corners of the world

Background imageMain Square Collection: Chile, Santiago, Plaza de Armas, Twilight view towards the Royal Court Palace housing

Chile, Santiago, Plaza de Armas, Twilight view towards the Royal Court Palace housing National History Museum

Background imageMain Square Collection: Chile, Santiago, View of the Metropolitan Cathedral

Chile, Santiago, View of the Metropolitan Cathedral

Background imageMain Square Collection: Maria Auxiliadora Church, Arturo Prat Main Square, Puerto Natales, Ultima Esperanza

Maria Auxiliadora Church, Arturo Prat Main Square, Puerto Natales, Ultima Esperanza Province, Patagonia, Chile

Background imageMain Square Collection: Arturo Prat Main Square, Puerto Natales, Ultima Esperanza Province, Patagonia, Chile

Arturo Prat Main Square, Puerto Natales, Ultima Esperanza Province, Patagonia, Chile

Background imageMain Square Collection: Old Town, elevated view, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia

Old Town, elevated view, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia

Background imageMain Square Collection: 24 de Septiembre Square, elevated view, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia

24 de Septiembre Square, elevated view, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia

Background imageMain Square Collection: Guild house in Main Market Square, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

Guild house in Main Market Square, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

Background imageMain Square Collection: Guild houses in Main Market Square, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

Guild houses in Main Market Square, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

Background imageMain Square Collection: Nuestra Senora de Mongui Church at dusk, Charala, Santander Department, Colombia

Nuestra Senora de Mongui Church at dusk, Charala, Santander Department, Colombia

Background imageMain Square Collection: Museo Nacional de Historia, Mexico City, Mexico

Museo Nacional de Historia, Mexico City, Mexico
Plaza Mayor in Mexico, detail of the Market (oil on canvas) (Photo by Art Images via Getty Images)

Background imageMain Square Collection: Bullfight in the Plaza Mayor in Madrid during the Celebrations for the Marriage of the Duke of

Bullfight in the Plaza Mayor in Madrid during the Celebrations for the Marriage of the Duke of Montpensier
IND125149 Bullfight in the Plaza Mayor in Madrid during the Celebrations for the Marriage of the Duke of Montpensier, 1846 (oil on canvas) by Blanchard, Pharamond (1805-73); Palacio de Orleans

Background imageMain Square Collection: Plaza Mayor, Mexico, c. 1839 (colour lithograph)

Plaza Mayor, Mexico, c. 1839 (colour lithograph)
986009 Plaza Mayor, Mexico, c.1839 (colour lithograph) by Nebel, Carl (1805-55) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plaza Mayor, Mexico; Plaza Mayor de Mexico)

Background imageMain Square Collection: Plaza Mayor de Guonajuato (coloured engraving)

Plaza Mayor de Guonajuato (coloured engraving)
XCF271677 Plaza Mayor de Guonajuato (coloured engraving) by Nebel, Carl (1805-55); Private Collection

Background imageMain Square Collection: Auto da Fe in Valladolid, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Jules Ferrario

Auto da Fe in Valladolid, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Jules Ferrario
CHT307466 Auto da Fe in Valladolid, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Jules Ferrario, engraved by Bramati and Raineri, published in Milan, c.1820 (coloured engraving) by Italian School

Background imageMain Square Collection: Auto da Fe in Lisbon, mid 18th century (engraving) (b / w photo)

Auto da Fe in Lisbon, mid 18th century (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT163790 Auto da Fe in Lisbon, mid 18th century (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageMain Square Collection: The Belfry, built 1282-96 (photo)

The Belfry, built 1282-96 (photo)
MAE172801 The Belfry, built 1282-96 (photo) by Netherlandish School, (13th century); Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: built to replace wooden belfry that burnt in 1240; octagonal upper portion dates)

Background imageMain Square Collection: Cathedral of Mexico (colour litho)

Cathedral of Mexico (colour litho)
NBY335537 Cathedral of Mexico (colour litho) by Mexican School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

Background imageMain Square Collection: A Scotch Fair, c. 1834 (oil on panel)

A Scotch Fair, c. 1834 (oil on panel)
6199915 A Scotch Fair, c.1834 (oil on panel) by Fraser, Alexander Snr (1786-1865); 65.1x107 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Scottish, out of copyright

Background imageMain Square Collection: Auto da Fe in Lisbon, mid 18th century (coloured engraving)

Auto da Fe in Lisbon, mid 18th century (coloured engraving)
CHT307465 Auto da Fe in Lisbon, mid 18th century (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageMain Square Collection: Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne, Volume II

Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne, Volume II
STC109001 Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne, Volume II, plate 2, by Jules Ferrario, published c.1820s-30s (colour litho) by Fumagalli

Background imageMain Square Collection: Piazza Castello, Turin, engraved by F. Citterio (coloured engraving)

Piazza Castello, Turin, engraved by F. Citterio (coloured engraving)
STC130086 Piazza Castello, Turin, engraved by F. Citterio (coloured engraving) by Bossoli, Carlo (1815-84); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageMain Square Collection: Chorley PR7 7 Map

Chorley PR7 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Chorley PR7 7

Background imageMain Square Collection: The Plaza de Armas and Cathedral, Santiago, Chile, c1930s. Creator: Unknown

The Plaza de Armas and Cathedral, Santiago, Chile, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
The Plaza de Armas and Cathedral, Santiago, Chile, c1930s. Metropolitan neoclassical cathedral built 1753-1799 in Santiago by Gioacchino Toesca. From " Tour of the World"

Background imageMain Square Collection: Main Square, Linz, Upper Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown

Main Square, Linz, Upper Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Main Square, Linz, Upper Austria, c1935. View of the Hauptplatz in the city of Linz, with the Old Cathedral (Alte Dom) on the left, built 1669-1683 in Baroque style

Background imageMain Square Collection: Main Square, Graz, Styria, Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown

Main Square, Graz, Styria, Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Main Square, Graz, Styria, Austria, c1935. Market stalls in the centre of Graz, with the clock tower of the Schlossberg beyond

Background imageMain Square Collection: Iron Well, Bruck an der Mur, Styria, Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown

Iron Well, Bruck an der Mur, Styria, Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Iron Well, Bruck an der Mur, Styria, Austria, c1935. Well with wrought iron canopy, erected in the main square in 1626. From " Osterreich - Land Und Volk", (Austria, Land and People). [R

Background imageMain Square Collection: The Grand Place, Arras, France, World War I, c1914-c1918. Artist: Nightingale & Co

The Grand Place, Arras, France, World War I, c1914-c1918. Artist: Nightingale & Co
The Grand Place, Arras, France, World War I, c1914-c1918. View showing damaged buildings around the towns main square. Stereoscopic card detail

Background imageMain Square Collection: A Moroccan water seller in traditional dress in the Djemaa el Fna

A Moroccan water seller in traditional dress in the Djemaa el Fna, Marrakech

Background imageMain Square Collection: Abstract visualization, railings and steps in the main square of Sucre, Bolivia

Abstract visualization, railings and steps in the main square of Sucre, Bolivia

Background imageMain Square Collection: Stortorget Arch, Helsinborg, Sweden, 1959

Stortorget Arch, Helsinborg, Sweden, 1959
Helsingborg, Sweden, 1959, View of Helsingborgs Stortorget Arch, Main Square, Steps to Karnan Tower, Vintage Travel Photograph




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The main square, a bustling hub of activity and culture, can be found in various corners of the world. In Chicago, Illinois, the Historic Water Tower stands tall as a symbol of resilience amidst modernity on North Michigan Avenue. Meanwhile, Plaza Mayor in Madrid, Spain exudes an air of grandeur with its stunning architecture and vibrant atmosphere. Traveling to South America takes us to Bogota, Colombia where Plaza Bolivar serves as a gathering place for locals and tourists alike. In Jackson Square's St. Louis Christian cathedral, one can find solace amidst the hustle and bustle of New Orleans. As evening falls upon Sarlat-la-Caneda in France's Dordogne region, Place de la Liberte transforms into a magical setting illuminated by soft lights that dance off ancient buildings. On the other side of the globe in Georgetown, Penang (Malaysia), giant incense sticks fill the air during Chinese Moon Festival celebrations. Santa Maria in Trastevere Square invites visitors to immerse themselves in Rome's rich history while admiring its beautiful church facade. Antwerp's Brabo Statue proudly overlooks Belgium's main square - a testament to local folklore and heroism. In Krakow's Old Town Market Square (Rynek Glowny), cloth halls stand as reminders of Poland’s storied past within this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The charming old town of Otranto beckons travelers with its narrow streets and picturesque views over Italy’s Lecce province. At dusk, Place Jemaa El Fna (Djemaa El Fna) comes alive with snake charmers and storytellers captivating audiences under Marrakech’s starry sky. Finally returning full circle to Madrid once more – Plaza Mayor enchants visitors day or night with its architectural splendor against Europe’s backdrop. No matter which corner of the world you find yourself exploring; these main squares offer glimpses into each city's unique history, culture, and spirit.