Aachen Cathedral, Germany. A Symbol of Spiritual and Temporal Power
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Construction of this Palatine chapel, with its octagonal basilica and cupola, began between 790 and 800 under the Emperor Charlemagne. Originally inspired by eastern churches of the Roman Empire, splendid facings were added in the Middle Ages.
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