Romanesque

Conques
The mountain village of Conques nestles around the Church of St. Foy, seen here from the northwest. Holly Hayes all photos →

Romanesque is a style of architecture and art that flourished in Europe between about 1000 and 1200 CE. It was later named for its similarities to Roman architecture, but the Byzantine style was also influential.

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Romanesque
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
December 12, 2012
Last Updated
March 8, 2024