Stone Work Collection (page 3)

The Catedral Primada (Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary of Toledo), dating back to the 13th century, is considered the magnum opus of the Gothic style in Spain. A Unesco World Heritage Site, Toledo

The Casual Ward of a London workhouse, 1887
3479506 The Casual Ward of a London workhouse, 1887; (add.info.: Workhouse, The Casual Ward of a London workhouse (unspecified but typical)

The Mercy Gate or Golden Gate on the east side of the Temple Mount
Israel, Jerusalem, Mount of Olives, The Eastern Gate, the Golden Gate or the Gate of Mercy of the Old City with the Temple Mount or al-Haram ash-Sharif behind it. In front is a Muslim cemetery

Great Wall of China at Badaling. First built during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) and restored in the 1980s Great Wall of China at Badaling

People pass through the Damascus gate in the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem
Israel, Jerusalem, The Damascus Gate on the north side of the Old City. The Old City of Jerusalem and its Walls - UNESCO World Heritage Site

Mythological and flower mofits decorating part of the 11 Century Pieve di Corsignano, near Pienza, Tuscany, Italy

Statues of the portal of the Motherchurch (Se Catedral) of Viana do Castelo dating back to the 15th century. Alto Minho, Portugal

Detail of the Roman Theatre of Merida, a construction promoted by the consul Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa, dating back to the year 15 BCE. A Unesco World Heritage Site. Merida, Spain

The roman bridge of Alcantara (Trajans Bridge) is a stone arch bridge built over the Tagus river at Alcantara in 106 AD by an order of the Roman emperor Trajan. It is fully operational today

Detail in the Cathedral of Braga. Portugal

The Cloisters of the Jeronimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jeronimos), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lisbon, Portugal

Detail of the beautiful portuguese manueline style portal of the Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval (16th century). Olivenza. Extremadura, Spain

The 16th century Pegoes aqueduct (Aqueduto dos Pegoes), 6 km long, that provides water to the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tomar, Portugal

Main entrance to the Graca Fort at the city of Elvas. It belongs to the 17th century fortifications, the biggest city bulwark fortifications in the world. A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Micha cloister. Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tomar, Portugal (MR)

Amoreira aqueduct dating back to the 16th century, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Elvas, Alentejo. Portugal

The Main Cloister is a work of the Renaissance convent built by King John III. Convent of Christ, Tomar. Portugal

Alcobaca monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Portugal

Dom Joao I late gothic tomb in the Batalha monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Portugal

The cloisters of the Alcobaca monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Portugal

Cloisters of the Batalha monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Portugal

Detail of the Ananuri castle dating back to the 13th century, on the Aragvi River. Georgia, Caucasus

Torre de Belem (Belem Tower), in the Tagus river, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 16th century in Portuguese Manueline Style at twilight

The top of the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem
Israel, Jerusalem, The rampart over the Damascus Gate in the Old City. The Damascus Gate is one of three gates through the north wall of the Old City

Vaulted ceiling in the cloister, Canterbury Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Canterbury, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Chateau de la Verrerie owned by the Vogue family in France France, Cher, Chateau de la Verrerie. Chateau de la Verrerie owned by the Vogue family in France

View of Durbar Square, Bhaktapur, Nepal, Asia

The Mayan rain god Chac, holding burning torch showing his power to withhold or dispense rain, in west court of the Mayan ruins at Copan, UNESCO World Heritage Site, western highlands, Honduras

Humayuns Tomb and Library, Humayun Tomb Complex, Delhi, India

A ruined Roman entrance to the Temple of Apollo under a bright blue sky at sunrise, Side, Turkey
Roman and Hellenistic ruins of the Temple of Apollo under a bright blue sky at sunrise, a ruined Roman entrance, at Side, near Manavgat, on the Mediterranean coast of Anatolia; Side, Anatolia, Turkey

Cuzco - Peru - Cyclopean masonry
Pre-Columbian walls at Cuzco, Peru - Cyclopean polygonal masonry of the Incas - almost defying belief with the way the massive multi-faceted blocks fit together seamlessly

Khajuraho Temples, India
The Khajuraho Temples, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh Province, India. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Sri Lanka - Moon Stone and Steps - Anuradhapura

Two novice Buddhist monks in front of a statue of the reclining Budha, Wat Lokayasutharam, Ayuthaya Historical Park, Ayuthaya (Ayutthaya), UNESCO World Heritage Site, central Thailand, Thailand

Ganesh stone statue, Kathmandu, Nepal. Ganesh is the elephant headed hindu god, son of shiva and parvati

Temple of Hercules (circa 500 BC), Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Ancient me ac (Maori temple), Taiohae Bay, Nuku Hiva Island, Marquesas Islands archipelago, French Polynesia, South Pacific Islands, Pacific

Sunday Mass is celebrated at the rock-hewn church of Bet Giyorgis (St. George), in Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

Pit 1 of Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor housed in The Museum of the Terracotta Warriors, opened in 1979, near Xian City, Shaanxi Province, China, Asia

The Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo, Catedral Primada de America, First Cathedral of the Americas, Zona Colonia colonial district, Unesco World Heritage site

Asia, Japan. Kyoto, Sagano, Terracota Warrior

Saint Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin or Ard Eaglais Naomh Padraig, founded in 1191, Ireland

Old Religious Temple in Chinguetti

The Three Crosses Replicas from the 17th Century in Memory of three Monks who were Crucified there, part of Vilnius Unesco World Heritage Site, Lithuania

Church of Bernardino Bernadine Monastery 16th Century Gothic Building and Memorial Monument part of Vilnius Unesco World Heritage Site, Lithuania

Near Felanit. Standing on the summit of 510m Puig Sant Salvador, a stone lion guards the plinth of an enormous Christ Statue that overlooks the Serra de Llevant

A man in green army jacket on a monument on the top of Mount Hua, a granite peaked mountain (2160m) in the Shaanxi Province, China

Carving of Pharoah on entrance pylon to Temple of Karnak

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"Exploring the Magnificence of Stone Work: From La Sagrada Familia to Easter Island" Marvel at the intricate stone work adorning the iconic La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain. Journey back in time as you wander through the ancient ruins of Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius looming in the distance. Take in the breathtaking view of Alnmouth village with its charming stone buildings nestled along River Aln flowing into the North Sea. Witness traditional Cambodian culture come alive through a mesmerizing apsara dancer amidst the majestic temples of Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll across Bow Bridge, an enchanting stone structure that graces Central Park's landscape and offers captivating views of Manhattan's skyline. Reflect on history while imagining Buddha's serene presence within Bamiyan's cliffs (now destroyed), once standing tall against Afghanistan's rugged terrain. Stand before Easter Island's enigmatic Moai statues, silent witnesses to centuries past and symbols of South America's rich heritage. Immerse yourself in Colombia's vibrant Plaza Bolivar, where stunning architecture showcases exquisite stonework against Bogota’s bustling backdrop. Discover Men-an-Tol near Madron - a mystical cromlech shrouded in legend and surrounded by Penzance’s rugged beauty in Cornwall, England. Contemplate beneath Rio de Janeiro’s Christ Redeemer statue – an awe-inspiring symbol perched atop Corcovado Mountain overlooking Brazil’s vibrant cityscape. Marvel at Yap’s unique stone money bank – massive limestone discs intricately carved and treasured as currency throughout Micronesia. Gaze up at Murcia Cathedral’s grandeur – an architectural masterpiece adorned with ornate stonework that stands proudly amidst Spain’s historic cityscape.