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Today's Top
Ten
TOP 10 DESTINATIONS FOR ART &
ARCHITECTURE
Source: Reuters via the
Chicago Tribune
Frank Gehry's Disney
Concert Hall, Los Angeles, California
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1. Paris, France
It may seem obvious, but there's a
reason why Paris always ends up on top of most art-lovers'
lists. Start with one of the largest and most well-known
museums in the world, the Louvre (Musee du Louvre).
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2. Florence, Italy
Known as the "cradle of the
Renaissance," Florence is overflowing with beautiful pieces
of art and architecture. Before even setting foot inside a
museum, visitors can take a tour of Firenze to bask in all
of the great architecture that makes up the city.
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3. Vatican City,
Rome St. Peter's
Square is an architectural masterpiece designed by Gian Bernini in the
seventeenth century, but it's the Vatican museums and churches that are the
stars. These museums hold an immense collection of sculptures, paintings and
artefacts that have been collected by the Roman Catholic Church for centuries.
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4. Berlin, Germany
Over the last 20 years, Berlin has
emerged as one of the biggest art venues in Europe with an
impressive selection of new architecture, exhibits and art
galleries.
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5. Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Amsterdam is a great destination to
experience the out-of-the-ordinary, and the art is no
exception.
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6. St. Petersburg, Russia
St. Petersburg is arguably one of the most picturesque
cities in the world, and at its center is the State Hermitage Museum. This
museum contains three million pieces, including works by Leonardo Da Vinci,
Pablo Picasso and Nicolas Poussin
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7. Santa Fe, New Mexico
The community of Santa Fe has long been
considered both a haven for creativity and an important
gathering place for the American art community, especially
those who love Native art.
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8. Los Angeles, California
As one of the most eclectic cities in
the United States, Los Angeles is a giant melting pot of art
that is just waiting to be explored, with a lot of it on the
cutting edge of modernity.
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9. Sydney, Australia
Even though Sydney is more known for
its beautiful beaches, it still offers travelers a unique
artistic experience. Visitors can explore the city to see
the architecture, local galleries and the Sydney Sculpture
Walk, which features Australian and contemporary artists.
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10. Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo offers art enthusiasts a
chance to experience amazing Asian styles that were
created independently of the West. The city is home
to more than 240 museums, such as the Tokyo Fuji Art
Museum and the Nerima Art Museum, plus an array of
magnificent temples and shrines.
For complete
descriptions of each location visit chicagotribune.com
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