Arches are curved structures that support a load above them or are used for decorative purposes only.
A user named “Muse” shared pictures of beautiful arches around the world on platform X that are not only monuments but also provide glimpses into history, culture, and brilliant architecture.
Let’s have a look at these iconic landmarks!
India Gate - New Delhi, India: India Gate is a war memorial that is dedicated to the Indian soldiers who died for the British Army in WWI.
Gateway of India - Mumbai, India: Inaugurated in 1924, it was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Mumbai.
Monument to the Revolution - Mexico City, Mexico: Opened in 1938, this 67-meter-tall monument commemorates the Mexican Revolution.
Arch of Triumph - Pyongyang, North Korea: A 60-meter-high monument, built in 1982, it commemorates the Korean resistance against Japan.
Patuxai - Vientiane, Laos: Also known as the Victory Gate, it’s dedicated to all the freedom fighters of the country.
Arc de Triomf - Barcelona, Spain: Serving as a gateway to the city’s Ciutadella Park, it was built in 1888 for the Barcelona World Fair.
Arch of Peace - Milan, Italy: An impressive grand arch also known as Porta Sempione, or Arco della Pace, dating back to the 19th century.
Gateway Arch - St. Louis, USA: Symbolizing westward expansion, this stunning arch stands at a height of 192 meters.
Arch of Constantine - Rome, Italy: Built in CE 315 to commemorate Emperor Constantine's triumph, this is the largest surviving ancient Roman arch.
Siegestor - Munich, Germany: A three-ached triumphal arch, studded with intricate carvings and emitting timeless elegance.
Soldiers' and Sailors' Arch - Brooklyn, USA: Completed in 1892, this arch is dedicated to the honour of the Union Army's victory in the American Civil War.
Wellington Arch – London, UK: Standing near Hyde Park, this beautiful arch was built to commemorate Britain’s victories in the Napoleonic Wars.
Arc de Triomphe - Paris, France: This arch was inaugurated in 1836 and honours the fighters of France, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars.
Triumphal Arch – Moscow, Russia: This arch features sculptures and reliefs depicting Russian generals and was built to commemorate the 1812 victory over Napoleon.
Washington Square Arch – New York, USA: The arch commemorates the centennial of George Washington's inauguration and was built in 1895.