• Kalothar@lemmy.ca
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      5 days ago

      I don’t think they could have constructed saint Peter’s basilica at this time or anything near the size of those archers, there is like a 1500 year difference between the two.

      Side note: I’m not religious, but St Peter’s basilica is probably the most impressive building I’ve ever seen in my life. Someone feel free to recommend competitors.

      • kestrel7_7@lemmy.world
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        I went all the way to St. Peter’s Basilica just to experience the most American thing ever. The old Texan couple in front of me in line.

        Husband: “I don’t get what the big deal is, we have bigger buildings than this in Texas.”

        Wife: “Oh, but honey, I don’t think they had power tools back then.”

        Husband [clearly not impressed]: “Hmmm…”