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Outstanding architecture in the Middle Ages was seen primarily in the construction of majestic churches, and consisted of two main styles: [[Romanesque]] and [[Gothic]].
 
Outstanding architecture in the Middle Ages was seen primarily in the construction of majestic churches, and consisted of two main styles: [[Romanesque]] and [[Gothic]].
 
==Romanesque==
 
==Romanesque==
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Romanesque architecture is characterized by thick walls and small windows.
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Romanesque architecture was popular in Europe from about the 10th century to the 12th century and is characterized by barrel vaulting, thick walls and relatively small windows.  The term "Romanesque" was first used in the 19th century.
    
==Gothic==
 
==Gothic==
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