Romanesque Architecture - Is based on the Roman basilica (which became the pattern of the christian church
Fused together with towers and gates associated with secular fortresses
In roman architecture- round square, and octagonal towers were used to reinforve the city walls. In romanesque architecture these gateways aquired symbolic significance. Symbolism: "of protection and transcendental aspiration" (or hope for something beyond this world)
The Romanesque church served as a center of pilgramage
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