Tiered Collection (page 6)

Vermillion three storey pagoda, Kiyomizu-dera entrance, Buddhist temple, Southern Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavillion), classical Japanese temple and garden, main hall, pond and leafy trees in summer, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Stupas around Erdene Zuu monastery in Karakorum, Mongolia, Central Asia, Asia

Coricancha Temple, important temple of the Inca Empire, Cusco City, Cuzco, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Peru, South America

Zuun Zuu temple, Erdene Zuu Khiid, Buddhist Monastery, Kharkhorin (Karakorum), Central Mongolia, Central Asia, Asia

Baruun Zuu temple, Erdene Zuu Khiid, Buddhist Monastery, Kharkhorin (Karakorum), Central Mongolia, Central Asia, Asia

Zuu of Buddha temple, Erdene Zuu Khiid, Buddhist Monastery, Kharkhorin (Karakorum), Central Mongolia, Central Asia, Asia

A Coming of Age Cake - Bakers & Confectioners Exhibition
The Coming of Age Cake - a remarkable commemorative three-tiered construction, displayed at the Bakers & Confectioners Exhibition, held at the Agricultural Hall, London in September 1913

Structure of Five Floors (Pisos), Edzna, Mayan archaeological site, Campeche, Mexico, North America

Nohochna (Large House), Edzna, Mayan archaeological site, Campeche, Mexico, North America

The Red House, Casa Colorado, Chichen Itza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

Stairway with serpent heads, Platform of Venus, Chichen Itza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

Serpent heads, El Castillo (Pyramid of Kulkulcan), Chichen Itza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

El Castillo (Pyramid of Kulkulcan), Chichen Itza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yucatan, Mexico, North America

Exterior of Hotel Continental, Tangier, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

The Buddhist Temple of Topdai-ji, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nara, Kansai, Japan, Asia

The Buddhist Temple of Todai-ji, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nara, Kansai, Japan, Asia

San-mon gate, Buddhist Temple of Nanzen-ji, Northern Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Five-Storey Pagoda (Gojunoto) in autumn, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Miyajima Island, Western Honshu, Japan, Asia

Five-Storey Pagoda(Gojunoto), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Miyajima Island, Western Honshu, Japan, Asia

The 60m tall bell tower of the Cathedral of St. Nicholas the Pilgrim (San Nicola Pellegrino) in Trani, Apulia, Italy, Europe

The 60 metre tall bell tower of the Cathedral of St. Nicholas the Pilgrim (San Nicola Pellegrino) in Trani, Apulia, Italy, Europe

Petrodvorets (Peterhof) (Summer Palace), near St. Petersburg, Russia, Europe

Secret Falls in the fall, Washington County, Utah, United States of America, North America

Sri Mariamman Hindu Temple, Singapore, Southeast Asia, Asia

Giac Lam Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Pagoda at Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Ornate traditional Chinese Zhengyangmen gate near Tiananmen Square in central Beijing, China, Asia

Tiananmen Sqaure in front of portrait of Mao Zedong on Gate of Heavenly Peace (Tiananmen Gate), Beijing, China, Asia

Bronze Chinese lion (female) guards the entry to the palace buildings, Forbidden City, Beijing, China, Asia

Spectacular illuminated ice sculptures at the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China, Asia

Triberg Waterfalls in winter, Triberg, Black Forest, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, Europe

Amphitheatre and ruins, Patara, near Kalkan, Lycia, Antalya Province, Mediterranean Coast, Southwest Turkey, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Empire State Building
circa 1932: View of the Empire State Building, with the top tier still under construction, Manhattan, New York City. The Chrysler Building is visible at left

Australian animals collection - isolated illustration

Cultivated Apple (Malus domestica) flowering, grown as two-tiered espaliers in garden, Herefordshire, England, May

Singapore, MacRitchie Reservoir, wooden bandstand with pagoda-like tiered roof, standing in middle of water, wooden walkway leading to bandstand, gardens surrounding

Selection of Turkish pastries on a three-tiered metal stand

Hands, wearing protective rubber gloves, holding chamomile plants above compost heap

Traditional American Wedding Cake, three-tiered cake, buttercream icing piped in basket-weave pattern, fresh flowers pushed between cake layers, front view

Pagoda in China, 1880s C017 / 6855
Pagoda in China. 19th-century artwork of a pagoda in Chinas Quei-Chow (Guizhou) province. Pagodas are tiered religious towers that are a common feature of Chinese architecture

Bee and wasp nests, artwork
Bee and wasp nests. Computer artwork showing the structures of a honeybee nest (left) and a social wasp nest (right). The honeybee nest is built from multiple wax honeycombs (hexagonal)

Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, first built in 798, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kyoto, Kansai Region, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Impressive shrine complex of Heian-Jingu (Shrine), built in 1895, Kyoto City, Kansai Region, Honshu, Japan, Asia

Manang village and Annapurna Himalayan Range, Marsyangdi River Valley, Annapurna Conservation Area, Gandaki, Western Region (Pashchimanchal), Nepal, Himalayas, Asia

Italy, Sicily, Palermo. The courtyard at Palazzo dei Normanni in Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Pagoda reflected in pond, Valley of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

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"Discovering the Beauty of Tiered Architecture Across Continents" From the grandeur of London School of Economics in London, England to the enchanting Small theatre of Ancient Epidaurus in Greece's Peloponnese region, tiered structures have captivated us throughout history. In Kyoto, Japan, Kinkaku-ji Temple stands as a testament to architectural brilliance with its shimmering golden pavilion. Meanwhile, Princess Margaret's royal wedding cake showcased intricate tiers that symbolized opulence and tradition. Closer to home, Dan Everard and Dollis Brook celebrated their union with a tiered wedding cake that represented love and commitment. On the Isle of Man, Tynwald Hill proudly displays its layered structure as a symbol of democracy and governance. Venturing further eastward brings us to Beijing's Forbidden City where we marvel at its majestic tiers from Jingshan Park. The 1947 Royal Wedding also featured an exquisite tiered cake that delighted guests with its elegance. Across Asia in Busan, South Korea's Yongdusan Park stands the Citizens Bell Pavilion - a striking example of Asian architecture characterized by multiple tiers. In Seville, Spain's Museo Naval houses Torre del Oro or Gold Tower which showcases stunning layers reminiscent of Andalusian heritage. Finally, Harbin Ice and Snow Festival in China presents spectacular ice sculptures crafted into mesmerizing tiered formations that leave visitors awestruck. And for those seeking refined indulgence like Le 5 O'clock tea service offers delightful treats served on elegant tiered trays. Whether it be for cultural significance or sheer aesthetic appeal, these tiered structures across continents remind us of humanity's creativity and ability to build wonders that stand the test of time.