In July we did a bit of a circuit around the southern part of Central Europe. One of the things that struck me along the way was how something as simple as ceramic roof tiles can be used to enhance a building’s beauty and uniqueness. In Vienna, Budapest and Zagreb, we saw how cleverly placing roof tiles of contrasting colours can produce stunning geometric designs and even Coats of Arms.
Vienna: Stephansdom (St Stephan’s Cathedral)
Budapest: Calvinist Church, beside the Danube
Budapest: State Archive of Historic Documents, in Buda Castle
Budapest: The main façade of Mátyás Church, also in Buda Castle
Budapest: The main roof of Mátyás Church, from Fisherman’s Bastion
Zagreb: The Church of St Mark from the rear…
Zagreb: …and from the front!
Zagreb: Church of St Mark and the castle district from Lotrščak Tower
This post was inspired by the theme Contrasting Colours, from Cee of Cee’s Photography.
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These are great photos. I really like your last one. 🙂
Thanks very much, Cee.
I love this artistic roof post! So beautiful and special… Well done, Jaspas!
Thanks, Amy.
Love roof pics – especially these!
Thanks, Robert.
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I love looking at old architecture too. These are great shots!
Thanks, Lori!