The building of monumental cathedrals in the middle ages was a reflection of faith and creative energy of medieval society. Although cathedral building was run by religious people or institutions, it was often a community effort. Architecture played a very important role for the church in medieval times. The more great the architecture, the more the church believed it was glorify God. Many of medieval cathedrals are museums, housing fantastic examples of craftsmanship and works of art. Additionally, the buildings themselves are impressive. Although architectural styles different from place to place, building to building, there are some basic features that were universal in monumental churches built in the Middle Ages. The prototype for that
