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roskilde cathedral


Roskilde Cathedral stands as a remarkable testament to architectural evolution over eight centuries. Located on Zealand Island in Denmark, this cathedral is not only the main burial site for Danish monarchs but also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its combination of Gothic and Romanesque styles. Constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries, it showcases the transition from the Romanesque architecture of the time to the Gothic style that swept across Europe, particularly noted for its Brick Gothic design which influenced Northern European architecture.