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Discover the Geometrical Wonder of the Renaissance.

Built in 1593 in northern Italy, Palmanova is famous for its concentric citadel structure, called a star fort . It was designed by the architect Vincenzo Scamozzi in hopes of achieving social harmony and well-being for it's people through the beauty and symmetrical perfection of the city.

Meet the 10 Most Influential Figures of the Renaissance

He came up with the Renaissance style, which emulated and improved on the classical forms. His one-point linear perspective is one of the defining features of Renaissance art and was a revolution at that time.

10 Stunning Renaissance Buildings That Survive to This Day

The Sistine Chapel is likely the only example of Renaissance architecture you could readily name or be familiar with, even though many of the later architectural styles would end up borrowing stylistic elements from Renaissance buildings.

In Pictures: Northern Lights Photographer of the Year 2022

Winter is here, and it’s time for some breathtaking pictures of the Northern Lights ! These magical dancing waves of light in hues of green, purple, and blue are a natural phenomenon that has mesmerized humans for centuries.

The Best Northern Lights Photographs of the Year Revealed

The phenomenon known as Aurora borealis or the Northern Lights is an incredible sight for anyone’s eyes. For photographers, however, there is the added opportunity of a once in a lifetime shot.

In Pictures: Northern Lights Photographer of the Year 2023

Capture the Atlas has recently announced the winners of the sixth annual Northern Lights Photographer of the Year, featuring a selection of the 25 finest photographs of the aurora borealis.

Renaissance-Man Raphael Was an Incredible Genius...

Raphael (1483-1520) is one of the Renaissance art names synonymous with refined genius. With that being said, his lofty status in global art history can put off many people from actually sitting down and appreciating his works. Raphael was a humanist and a Christian.

Exploring 10 of the Most Famous Renaissance Paintings

The Renaissance was a cultural movement that occurred roughly from the 14th century all the way up to the 17th. This period saw some of the greatest artists in the history of mankind, including Leonardo Da Vinci and Michelangelo Buonarroti.

Digital Art Project Breathes New Life Into Renaissance Art

‘The Daily Life of Gods’ is a digital art project, in which the artist mixes figures from dramatic Renaissance artworks with modern environments and surroundings. The photo manipulations are impressive to see.

These Age-Old Idioms Date Back to the Renaissance!

This is the case for all 10 of these words and sayings, and we have the Renaissance to thank for their appearance in the English language.