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LBY4650476: La Cite des Popes, in Avignon (Vaucluse). In 1309, under Pope Clement V (ex archeveque of Bordeaux), Avignon became the residence of the popes, already possessing the countat Venaissin. In total, nine popes, including two schismatics, will succeed in the Popes' Palace and enrich it throughout the pontificates. Both fortress and palace, the papal residence was built between 1334 and 1363. For nearly a century it will be the seat of the Christian of the West. Seven popes and two anti popes succeeded. / Bridgeman Images
LBY4663963: La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona (Spain). Architect 1893, Antoni Gaudi i Cornet (1852-1926), beginning of construction 1882, end planned 2026. It is Gaudí's most important and well-known work. The works began in 1882 in a conventional Neo-Gothic style according to the design of the architect F. Villar i Lozano. The project foresees the construction of twelve towers (one for each apostle), another dedicated to the Virgin and the most important for Jesus Christ. Work continues and is expected to be completed in the 21st century. / Bridgeman Images
LBY4667456: The Goetheanum in Dornach in Switzerland. Architect Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925), 1926-1928. The Goetheanum is the center of the Universal Anthroposophical Society, which is active worldwide. He is committed to promoting a free cultural and spiritual life in various fields. Photography 01/09/94. / Bridgeman Images