Aachen: Carolingian Architecture
Places and attractions in the Carolingian architecture category
Categories
- Church
- Gothic architecture
- Museum
- Park
- Fountain
- Carolingian architecture
- History museum
- Concerts and shows
- Tower
- Forts and castles
- Cemetery
- Memorial
Aachen Cathedral
Iconic cathedral and Charlemagne's chapel Aachen Cathedral, a masterpiece of medieval architecture, stands as a testament to the city's historical significance and religious heritage. Constructed by order of Emperor Charlemagne in the late 8th century, it was the first German building to be listed as a UNESCO...
Palatine Chapel
The Palatine Chapel, nestled in the heart of Aachen, Germany, stands as a monumental testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This octagonal chapel forms the core of the Aachen Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is renowned for its remarkable...
Throne of Charlemagne
The Throne of Charlemagne is a throne erected in the 790s by Charlemagne, as one of the fittings of his palatine chapel in Aachen and placed in the Octagon of the church. Until 1531, it served as the coronation throne of the Kings of Germany, being used at a total of thirty-one coronations.
Barbarossa Chandelier
The Barbarossa Chandelier was made on the order of Emperor Frederick I, nicknamed Barbarossa, and his wife Beatrice sometime between 1165 and 1170 and was installed under the cupola of the Palatine Chapel in Aachen Cathedral.
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