This splendid building has gone.

The splendid building was made entirely out of hewn stone and was referred to as one of the most marvellous buildings in the city by the newspapers.

It's wonderful, and - better still - many splendid buildings survive from the halcyon days, lending grandeur and even spirituality to the landscape.

These hotels in splendid buildings, often in spectacular settings, are the focus of a holiday, not just somewhere to stay.

During her regency, she helped reconstruct as well as create many new splendid buildings including palaces, villa's as well as places of worship.