Medieval World

 

I’ve been to many places where the Medieval World is still evident (basically most of Europe is like that, honestly). I’m a sucker for a good medieval building. Romanesque, love! Gothic, even more love! Medieval Tuscan, be still my heart!

Since I travel a lot in Europe and see wonderful bits of the Medieval World, I thought a nice listing of posts with ties to the Medieval World was in order.

What is more medieval than a castle?

The time frame for this is a bit tricky to nail down. Medieval England lasted longer than medieval Italy. The dates range from the 5th century to the 16th. The category for these posts is mostly determined by architecture styles. Renaissance architecture (which I’m categorizing as Early Modern Period) was built much earlier in Italy than in England. So, in short, if a post references a medieval architectural style or art or related to medieval history, it’s going to be listed here. Expect a lot of castles.

Sorry for the confusion.

Click here if you just want Castles!

Check out all these posts on the Medieval World!


España: Wandering Madrid, Part 1

The Palacio de Cibeles and the Fountain of Cibele. Madrid, Spain

Explorations of the capital of Spain! Continue reading

España: Small Towns and Quick Visits

Castillo Almodovar del Rio, Spain

Some more places I found along my journey around Spain.  Continue reading

España: Wandering Toledo, Part 2

spouts. San Juan de los Reyes. Toledo, Spain

More explorations of Toledo. The one in Spain, not the one in Ohio. Continue reading

España: Wandering Toledo, Part 1

the city of Toledo on a hill

Explore the original Toledo, an ancient city upon a hill.  Continue reading

España: Belmonte, Aranjuez and El Escorial

El Escorial. San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Spain

One cannot just visit Spain without seeing some castles and palaces.  Continue reading

España: Mezquita-Catedral de Córdoba

Mezquita-Catedral, Cordoba

Moorish mosque transformed into a Christian cathedral, the Mezquita-Catedral is one of the most unique churches in the world. Continue reading

España: Wandering Cordoba

garden. Alcázar de los Reyes Cristianos. Cordoba, Spain

Patios, gardens, and courtyards. Explorations of Cordoba.  Continue reading

España: Two Castles and Baeza

keep towers. Castillo de Alcalá de Real. Fortaleza de La Mota, Spain

A ruined town inside of a grand fortress, a castle overlooking a town, and a UNESCO World Heritage city, explore the province of Jaén. Continue reading

España: the Alhambra and Generalife of Granada, Part 2

Generalife. Granada, Spain

A fortress, palaces and gardens, this Andalusian marvel has to be seen. La segunda parte.  Continue reading

España: the Alhambra and Generalife of Granada, Part 1

Partial Palace. Alhambra of Granada, Spain

A fortress, palaces and gardens, this Andalusian marvel has to be seen. Continue reading

España: Wandering Granada, Part 2

chapel ceiling. La Cartuja. Granada, Spain

More explorations of the wonderful Spanish city of Granada! Continue reading

España: Wandering Granada, Part 1

cloister. Monasterio de San Jeronimo. Granada, Spain

Explorations of Granada, an Andalusian gem. Continue reading

España: Ronda and Setenil

Puente Nuevo. Ronda, Spain

A picturesque bridge and a town built under cliffs, Ronda and Setenil are truly unique. Continue reading

Wandering Gibraltar

The Europa Point Lighthouse on the southern tip of Gibraltar.

Explore a unique place that is on the southern coast of Spain, but not actually part of Spain. Continue reading

España: Baelo Claudia and Tarifa

ruins. Baelo Claudia. Bolonia, Spain

An Ancient Roman town and a seaside town, more explorations of the southern Spanish coast! Continue reading

España: Cadiz, Jerez, and the Southern Coast

Cadiz, Spain

Three days of exploration on Spain’s southern coast.  Continue reading

España: Churches of Seville

San Luis de los Franceses. Seville, Spain

Colorful facades, golden altars and towering towers, explore the splendid churches of Seville.  Continue reading

España: the Alcázar of Seville

The Maidens Courtyard. Palace of Pedro I. Alcazar. Seville, Spain

Mosaics, gardens and courtyards galore. Explore the breathtaking Alcázar.  Continue reading

España: Wandering Seville

plaza de España. Seville, Spain

Find out why this wanderer loves Seville so much. Continue reading

España: Wandering Mérida

Ancient Roman theatre. Merida, Spain

Explorations a Spanish city with Roman ruins around every corner. Continue reading

España: Trujillo and Medellín

Two castles, one ancient theater and two adorable towns on hills.  Continue reading

España: Wandering Cáceres

Uncover the awe-inspiring marvels of Cáceres, Spain’s medieval town center! Continue reading

España: Wandering Palencia and Plasencia

A couple of quick visits to two lovely Spanish cities.  Continue reading

España: Wandering Salamanca

Explorations of a university town steeped in history.  Continue reading

España: Wandering Ávila

Explorations of a picturesque walled city on a hill.  Continue reading

España: Wandering Valladolid

A Monday morning wander through the old town of Valladolid. Continue reading

España: Wandering Burgos

Explorations of a Northern Spanish city, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage cathedral. Continue reading

España: Wandering Segovia

Explorations of beautiful Old Segovia, Spain. Continue reading

España: A Real Spanish Castle

How does one start a five week journey around Spain? Well, with a castle of course! Continue reading

Around Great Britain in 30 Days: Day 30, End of the Road

Hampton Court Palace. England, United Kingdom

A thirty day journey ends where it began, in London.  Continue reading

Around Great Britain in 30 Days: Day 29, Salisbury

Salisbury Cathedral. Salisbury, England

A short jaunt to Salisbury brings a well-endowed giant and an amazing cathedral.  Continue reading

Around Great Britain in 30 Days: Days 27-28, Cornwall and Devon

Castle Drogo. Devon, England

Explore some of what England’s most beautiful peninsula has to offer. Continue reading

Around Great Britain in 30 Days: Day 26, Gloucester to Tewkesbury

Kilpeck Church. England.

A crazy day in Southern England going from one medieval church to another, exploring weird tombs and an even weirder map! Continue reading

Around Great Britain in 30 Days: Day 25, Southeastern Wales

Tintern Abbey. Wales

The adventure continues through the Welsh countryside, in search of churches, ruins, castles, and a town devoted to books. Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Acqua Alta

Grand Canal. Venice, Italy

High water, canals and explorations of Venice, Italy. Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Return to Florence, Part 2

Santa Croce. Florence, Italy

Explorations of Florence continue with wonderful gardens, palaces, churches and museums, all the staples of urban tourism. Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Return to Florence, Part 1

Battistero di San Giovanni. Duomo. Florence, Italy

A return visit to Florence takes me to some of the city’s most beloved sights.  Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Return to Siena

Siena Cathedral. Siena, Italy

Explore a wonderful Tuscan city known for its stunning cathedral. Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Return to Rome, Part 2

Castel Sant'Angelo. Rome, Italy

Churches, churches and more churches, tag along as I explore some of my favorite sights in Rome.  Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Return to Rome, Part 1

Colosseum. Rome. Italy

Returning to explore more of the Eternal City with two days jam packed full of ancient ruins and other awesome sights! Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Return to Naples

Naples, Italy

Tag along as I return once again to the amazing city of Naples, Italy. Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Cefalù

Cefalu, Sicily, Italy.

Explore an adorable seaside fishing village on Sicily’s northern coast. Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Monreale

Monreale Cathedral. Italy

Beautiful mosaics, a stunning cloister, and a majestic cathedral bring pilgrims from around the world to this hillside town outside of Palermo, Italy. Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Palermo, Part Two

Fontana Pretoria. Palermo, Italy

Further explorations take me through the bustling streets of Palermo.  Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Palermo, Part One

Capella Palatina. Palazzo dei Normanii. Palermo, Sicily, Italy.

Explore Palermo, Sicily’s two most amazing attractions! Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Syracuse

Piazza del Duomo. Syracuse, Italy

Explore one of Sicily’s most famous and oldest cities. Continue reading

Viaggio Italiano: Wandering Taormina

Explorations of an adorable city high above the Mediterranean Sea. Continue reading

Malta: Wandering Birgu

Explorations of a Maltese town with colorful balconies and a history of torture. Continue reading

Malta: Wandering the Silent City

Take a stroll through the picturesque streets of Mdina, Malta. Continue reading

Around Great Britain in 30 Days: Day 24, Wandering Cardiff

Explorations of the great Welsh capital of Cardiff. Continue reading