David Macaulay: Cathedral

Contest of the cathedrals - the Gothic period

Contest of the cathedrals - the Gothic period

The Basilica of Saint-Denis near Paris amazes locals with its Gothic architecture in 1144.

Extreme Constructions: The Secrets of the Cathedrals

52m

Extreme Constructions: The Secrets of the Cathedrals

2024•52m

A 142-meter tall spire crowns Strasbourg Cathedral, the tallest building in the Christian world until the 19th century, completed over 400 years.

Gothic architecture - When cathedrals reached up to the heavens

44m

Gothic architecture - When cathedrals reached up to the heavens

2026•44m

Gothic architecture, originating in 12th-century France, transformed cathedral design with innovations like ribbed vaults and flying buttresses, as explored by experts including Barbara Schock-Werner.

Contest of the cathedrals - the Romanesque period

Contest of the cathedrals - the Romanesque period

A two-ton stone sarcophagus was uncovered beneath the Protestant Church of St. John, possibly belonging to a medieval bishop from the year 1021.

Resurrecting Notre-Dame de Paris

29m

Resurrecting Notre-Dame de Paris

2022•29m

In April 2019, a fire severely damaged Notre-Dame de Paris, prompting a massive restoration effort that reveals over eight centuries of the cathedral's history.

2022

54m

Rebuilding Notre Dame

2022•54m

Following the 2019 fire, engineers and artisans work to restore Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, addressing significant structural and artistic challenges.

Rebuilding Notre Dame

2022

53m

The Forgotten Megastructure: The Biggest Church the Middle Ages Ever Built

2026•53m

In Burgundy, the Cluny Abbey, built by medieval monks, was the largest church of its time, showcasing innovative architecture that influenced Gothic design across Europe.

The Forgotten Megastructure: The Biggest Church the Middle Ages Ever Built

Archeologists Rebuild The Most Powerful Medieval Fortresses That Changed Civilization

2h24m

Archeologists Rebuild The Most Powerful Medieval Fortresses That Changed Civilization

2026•2h24m

Medieval fortresses, such as Caernarfon Castle and Chteau Gaillard, were engineered using innovative techniques and materials to withstand sieges and evolving military strategies.

What makes this Church so sacred?

22m

What makes this Church so sacred?

2024•22m

Chartres Cathedral in France is explored for its historical significance, architectural marvels, and the sacred traditions that surround it.

Notre Dame Before The Fire: The Jewel Of Paris

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Notre Dame Before The Fire: The Jewel Of Paris

2019•49m

Notre-Dame, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, has been a symbol of Paris since 1163, showcasing its grandeur before the devastating fire in 2019.

Contest of the cathedrals - the Gothic period

Contest of the cathedrals - the Gothic period

The Basilica of Saint-Denis near Paris amazes locals with its Gothic architecture in 1144.

Extreme Constructions: The Secrets of the Cathedrals

52m

Extreme Constructions: The Secrets of the Cathedrals

2024•52m

A 142-meter tall spire crowns Strasbourg Cathedral, the tallest building in the Christian world until the 19th century, completed over 400 years.

Contest of the cathedrals - the Romanesque period

Contest of the cathedrals - the Romanesque period

A two-ton stone sarcophagus was uncovered beneath the Protestant Church of St. John, possibly belonging to a medieval bishop from the year 1021.

54m

Rebuilding Notre Dame

2022•54m

Following the 2019 fire, engineers and artisans work to restore Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, addressing significant structural and artistic challenges.

Rebuilding Notre Dame

2022

Archeologists Rebuild The Most Powerful Medieval Fortresses That Changed Civilization

2h24m

Archeologists Rebuild The Most Powerful Medieval Fortresses That Changed Civilization

2026•2h24m

Medieval fortresses, such as Caernarfon Castle and Chteau Gaillard, were engineered using innovative techniques and materials to withstand sieges and evolving military strategies.

David Macaulay: Roman City

How to Build a Cathedral

2008•1h•★10.0TMDB

Architectural historian Jon Cannon examines the techniques and materials used by medieval builders to construct cathedrals across various historical sites.

How to Build a Cathedral

2008

56m

David Macaulay: Roman City

1994•56m•★9.0TMDB

Five key historical sites, including Pompeii and Herculaneum, illustrate the architectural and engineering achievements of ancient Rome.

1994

1h37m

Notre Dame de Paris: The Ordeal of the Centuries

2019•1h37m•★8.0TMDB

A fictional account set in Notre Dame de Paris, produced in 2019, portrays the historical significance and challenges faced by the iconic cathedral.

Notre Dame de Paris: The Ordeal of the Centuries

Cologne Cathedral: The French Cathedral on the Rhine

1h29m

Cologne Cathedral: The French Cathedral on the Rhine

2024•1h29m•★8.0TMDB

Construction of Cologne Cathedral began in 1248 and lasted over 600 years, culminating in its completion in 1880 as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Notre-Dame: Our Lady of Paris

Notre-Dame: Our Lady of Paris

2020•2h•★6.4TMDB

On April 15, 2019, a fire consumed Notre-Dame Cathedral, prompting firefighters and local officials to respond to the crisis as the structure faced imminent collapse.

2020

44m

Notre-Dame: Race Against the Inferno

2019•44m•★6.3TMDB

600 firefighters from the Paris Fire Brigade responded to a fire at Notre-Dame Cathedral on April 15, 2019, battling flames for seven hours.

Notre-Dame: Race Against the Inferno