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3200 BCE
Sumerian Architecture
The Sumerian civilization was developing its own unique building - a type of stepped pyramid called a ziggurat. -
3100 BCE
Egyptian Architecture
Ancient Egyp Pyramids. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the last one still in existence. -
1200 BCE
Gothic Architecture
the Gothic art style is characterized by the use of pointed arches, thinner walls, ribbed vaults, flying buttresses, huge stained glass windows and elaborate tracery. Think of it as a sort of finer, more vertical, more detailed, brighter, more exciting and more inspirational form of Romanesque. -
600 BCE
Greek Architecture
the Greeks set about replacing the wooden structures of their public buildings with stone structures - a process known as 'petrification'. Limestone and marble were employed for columns and walls, while terracotta was used for roof tiles and ornaments. The decoration was done in metal, like bronze. -
330 BCE
Byzantine Architecture
Italians who had moved to the new capital from Italy - continued the tradition of Roman architecture, constructing a number of magnificent churches and religious buildings, during the era of early Christian art, such as the Chora Church -
History of Arch
