The Stonemasons of Regensburg Cathedral

Regensburg, Germany is a remarkable city. Almost completely untouched in the Second World War, the city's tangible layers of history stretch back to Roman times. Second century Roman remains coexist with Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and some modern architecture to form a fascinating whole. Regensburg Cathedral, like most European cathedrals, took a very long time to complete. Such a large structure requires constant upkeep, which is why the stonemasons' workshop is right next to the building. You can wander in there during the day to see the blocks and hear them chiseling away...