Discover the history and signature design elements behind ... during the late 16th century, the Baroque style of architecture ...

The basilica of Santa Maria del Popolo has a treasure trove of works by Caravaggio, Raphael, Bernini, and more. And it just ...

Between small stores and noisy cafés, the baroque world of the Asam Church rises on Sendlinger ... The filigree design makes it clear that both brothers were masters of their arts.

The Theatinerkirche at Munich's central Odeonsplatz shines bright yellow - Bavaria's first baroque church also impresses ... mighty 70 meter high dome. The design was done by Francois Cuvilliés ...

But the real feast for the eyes is the church itself, which is outfitted in baroque design, applied in gold leaf and other rich materials. And don't forget to look up: The domed ceiling is covered ...

A number of forms were developed in the Renaissance and Baroque periods ... Religious music was written to be sung by choirs in churches. It often took the form of masses or motets.