I know this is late and I hope that sir considers this one. To begin with I'm really not an avid fan of church architecture and the topics that we have covered up until now are mostly about church architecture. However even if I'm not really into church architecture I can't help but appreciate how meticulous and intricate the architecture that is present in these holy structures. Especially when I visited Manila Cathedral again it was hard not to feel at awe and admire how it was built. When you come to the inside the columns, the vaulted ceiling, the grandness of the interior all of it adds up to the grandeur of the cathedral which I forgot to mention is clearly romanesque inspired in design.
All the primary characteristics of romanesque architecture was in Manila Cathedral. There was a transept at the east end of the church right before the apse. The apse which is located at the east end is also where the altar is and where the priest is usually sits. Thick and heavy walls is obviously seen throughout the church as well the pillars which are also very thick and heavy. There were also decorations on the portals or doors, usually the decorations placed on the doors were carvings and reliefs. Manila Cathedral was your typical romanesque structure and it really is breathtaking at the exterior but most especially in its interior. It made me think about my stance to church architecture but then again I still am not a fan however this time church architecture has piqued curiosity and I would take another glance at it rather than ignoring it completely now.
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