Ancient Building Collection

Canal Grande from the Accademia Bridge, with the Salute in the background. Venice, Italy

The ancient Porto Flavia mine, Porto Flavia, Sulcis Iglesiente, Sardegna, Italy

A gondola approaching the lagoon of Venice, seeing the church of San Giorgio far in the distance. Venezia, Italy

A gondola ride in Venice, navigating through the small canals of the city centre. Venice, Italy

A stormy evening of early spring in Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italy

St. Valentines Church in Siusi bathed in the late morning light. Dolomites, Italy

The small chapel of St. Johann in Ranui at twilight during a gloomy autumn evening, with the Odle mountains in the background. Dolomites, Italy

The small chapel on the shores of the Braies lake (Pragser Wildsee) with larches and firs reflecting in the lake. Dolomites, Italy

A stormy late summer night in Venice: pictured in the frame is St. Mark Square, with its tower and its palace, from the Giudecca island. Venice, Italy

Elevated view of Ponte di Rialto from the Fondaco dei Tedeschi at sunset. Venice, Italy

Rooftops of the Venice city centre from the Fondaco dei Tedeschi at sunset, with the Frari church in the background. Venice, Italy

Classic view of the Canal Grande from the Ponte di Rialto during a gloomy winter day. Venice, Italy

Foggy morning in Piazza San Marco with the San Giorgio Church appearing in the background. Venice, Italy

Foggy morning in Piazza San Marco with the San Giorgio Church appearing in the background. Venice, Italy

Canal Grande from the Accademia Bridge, with the Salute in the background. Venice, Italy

Canal Grande from the Ponte dell Accademia on a gloomy winter day. Venice, Italy

Docked gondolas along the Riva degli Schiavoni, near Piazza San Marco, during a foggy winter day. Venice, Italy

Docked gondolas along the Riva degli Schiavoni, near Piazza San Marco, during a foggy winter day. Venice, Italy

Piazza San Marco, Venice, Italy

Grand Canal and Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, Italy

Frangokastello castle southern Crete, Greece

The Explosion at Inkerman (engraving)
1608382 The Explosion at Inkerman (engraving) by Goodall, Edward Angelo (1819-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Explosion at Inkerman)

The Lord Leycester Hospital aka the Lord Leycester, Warwick, Warwickshire, England, seen here in the 19th century. From English Pictures, published 1890

Mausoleum of Ismail Samanid (r. 892-907 AD), one of the earliest examples of Islamic architecture in Central Asia. One of the most celebrated buildings in the Islamic world

The famous 19th-century Baltit Fort towers over the village of Karimibad and is one of the major sights of the Karakorm Highway

Iran, Miyan Dasht caravanserai, Semnan Province. The entrance gate, - this is a large and impressive example of a Saravid period caravanserai

Deans Yard at Westminster Abbey, Westminster, London, England. 1930s

Cliffords Inn, off Fleet Street, London, England. The first Inn of Chancery, an insitute of legal education. Founded in 1344, it was dissolved in 1903 and demolished 1934. Early 1900s

The gateway to Cliffords Inn, off Fleet Street, London, England. The first Inn of Chancery, an insitute of legal education. Founded in 1344, it was dissolved in 1903 and demolished 1934. Early 1900s

Edwardian London. The White Tower in the Tower of London, seen from Tower Bridge. Early 1900s

The entrance to Cliffords Inn, off Fleet Street, London, England. The first Inn of Chancery, an insitute of legal education. Here it is up for sale 1903

Nelsons Dockyard, Antigua, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Pura Taman Ayun Temple, Sculptures of the Bale basement (Wood pavilion), Mengwi, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Pura Taman Ayun Temple, Mengwi, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Ubud Palace, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Red Telephone box, Nelsons Dockyard, Antigua, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Castel Sant Angelo and River Tiber, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Taormina theater, Taormina, Sicily, Italy, Europe

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"Journey through Time: Exploring Ancient Buildings in Iran and Italy" Discover the rich history of ancient buildings as we embark on a captivating journey. Our first stop takes us to Iran, where the magnificent Persepolis stands tall, showcasing the grandeur of ancient Persian architecture. Next, we find ourselves at Turabeg Khanum Mausoleum in Iran, built around 1370 AD. This architectural marvel transports us back in time and leaves us awestruck by its intricate design and cultural significance. Leaving behind the enchanting land of Persia, our gondola glides through the picturesque canals of Venice, Italy. As we approach the lagoon, a mesmerizing sight unfolds before our eyes - the majestic church of San Giorgio standing proudly in the distance. Venice continues to captivate us as we navigate through its narrow waterways. The city's charm is heightened during stormy evenings like this one in early spring when Vernazza comes alive with an air of mystery and intrigue. Crossing over Canal Grande from Accademia Bridge reveals yet another breathtaking view - with the iconic Salute providing a stunning backdrop against Venetian splendor. A gondola ride through these small canals offers an intimate glimpse into Venice's soul. Venturing further into Italy's Dolomites region brings us closer to St. Valentine's Church bathed in gentle morning light. Its tranquil beauty harmonizes perfectly with nature's masterpiece surrounding it. As twilight descends upon autumn evenings, St. Johann Chapel emerges amidst gloomy skies while Odle mountains loom majestically behind it - creating an ethereal atmosphere that evokes both awe and reverence. The serene shores of Braies Lake beckon next; here lies a small chapel embraced by towering larches and firs whose reflection dances gracefully upon crystal-clear waters - a scene straight out of a fairytale.