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The Development of Ancient Greek Architecture
Some of the most exceptional and distinctive buildings from the ancient world were crafted by the architects of ancient Greece and some of their structures like theatres, temples, and stadia became staple buildings in cities and towns from...

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Etruscan Architecture
This video briefly explains the various forms of Etruscan architecture and how it later influenced Roman architecture.

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Iran - Persian Architecture At its Best
Persian architecture has always been a source of pride for Iranians, attracting tourists from around the world to its unique features and remarkable achievements.

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Ancient Egypt: Architecture
An overview of Ancient Egyptian architecture using the Great Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza as examples.

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The Saint Sophia Cathedral | Kyiv's Architecture: History And Myth
We continue our architectural series with a story about one of Kyiv's most breath-catching sights. The Saint Sophia Cathedral. A UNESCO world heritage sight, the church complex held its first service around a millenium ago. _ Subscribe...

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A Building Process of Traditional Chinese Architecture
This brief video demonstrates one building process of traditional Chinese architecture.

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#MetKids—How Can I Recognize Ancient Greek Architecture?
Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian—oh my! Build on your knowledge of Greek columns with Ella, age 10, and find out why ancient Greek architecture is still so popular today. Credits #MetKids is a digital feature made for, with, and by kids...

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Sassanid Art & Architecture Traced in Western Iran
This video explores the ancient art and architecture Fars province of Iran, where that the Sassanians first established their empire.

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History & Mining Culture of the Ore Mountains
The Ore Mountains (Erzgebirge) on the border between Germany and the Czech Republic is a region rich in history and culture connected to the mining industry. For centuries the cities on both sides of the mountain range had sustained themselves...

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Andrea Palladio
Andrea Palladio (1508-1580 CE) was an Italian Renaissance architect most famous for the villas he designed in and around Vicenza and two large churches in Venice. Palladio blended elements of classical architecture, particularly the orders...