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Alexander Thomson: The architectural star whose classical designs helped create Glasgow

VICTORIAN Glasgow produced two great architects who enjoyed international renown. One was Charles Rennie Mackintosh, but I suspect most Scots would be hard pressed to name Alexander Thomson as the other – except if you use his nickname. Far better known as Alexander “Greek” Thomson, his name has featured regularly in the press and broadcasting media over the decades, ususllu because someone wanted to knock down one of his creations. Born in this week of 1817, Thomson would become the pre-eminent Scottish architect of his day and his designs hugely influenced other architects, especially in Glasgow where a number of his works survive, though many more have perished, especially in the rush to modernise the city in the 1960s and 70s.

The Royal Albert Hall: A 19th-century marvel that has lost none of its power to amaze

The vast amphitheatre was glazed until 1949. Photograph: Will Pryce Credit: Will Pryce, Future Publishing This week, the Royal Albert Hall celebrates its 150th anniversary. With photographs taken during the unnatural quiet of lockdown, John Goodall looks at the remarkable story behind the creation of this world-famous venue. Photographs by Will Pryce. At noon on Wednesday, March 29, 1871, Queen Victoria set off in a royal cavalcade of nine closed carriages from Buckingham Palace for the official opening of the Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences in South Kensington. Undeterred by a biting wind, large crowds assembled to line the route and an audience of nearly 8,000 people gathered in the building itself. A report in

India s Rajabai Clock Tower undergoes nine-year restoration, heralding a new era for Mumbai

India s Rajabai Clock Tower undergoes nine-year restoration, heralding a new era for Mumbai
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The 13 historic gems on the at-risk list in Leicester

The 13 historic gems on the at-risk list in Leicester which could be lost without repair The Historic England database shows various crumbling buildings in need of repair Updated The Magazine Gateway is among the structures at risk, according to Historic England (Image: Northcliffe Media Ltd.) Never miss another Leicestershire story by signing up to our free email updatesInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign up When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPrivacy Noticeexplains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time.

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