Famous Doors From Around The World

Famous Doors FROM AROUND THE WORLD Doors: we use them every day and rarely think much about them. At Folding Doors 2 U we work with bi folding doors every day, specialising in aluminium bi fold doors, UPVC bi fold doors and timber bi fold doors. But some doors are more special. Some doors have gone beyond mere practical necessities to get in and out of buildings and have gained fame across the world. Here are some of the most famous doors in the world that you are sure to recognise. Number 10 Downing Street LONDON, ENGLAND. Arguably the most famous door in the world, Number 10 may look simple on the outside, but it represents the seat of British power and is recognisable all over the world. The Columbus Doors WASHINGTON D.C USA Also known as the Rogers Doors, these doors are located in the United States Capitol. Standing 17 feet tall and made from bronze, they were made by the sculptor Randolph Rogers and illustrate events from Columbus's life. 3 Castte Church WITTENBERG, GERMANY It was here that Martin Luther nailed a copy of The 95 Theses to the door in 1517. This is now seen as the event that started the Protestant Reformation. 4. 2216 Baker Street LONDON, ENGLAND. 221b Baker Street is the apartment address of the great fictional detective Sherlock Holmes, and it is also a real address in London. However, at the time the books were written, it didn't actually exist, although it was later created in the 1930's. Plazza del Cavalteru di Malta ROME, ITALY It may not look like anything special on first appearances, but when you get right up close and look through the keyhole you will be presented with a stunning view of St. Peter's Basilica across the city, making it a very popular tourist attraction. The -Portal to Narna C.S LEWIS In The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe part of The Chronicles of Narnia series written by C.S. Lewis an iconic (wardrobe) door leads to a magical land called Narnia. FD2U foldingdoorstoyou Talil