The Romanesque style, current in Europe from about 1000 to 1200 AD, contains the following characteristics:
- round arches
- thick and massive walls
- small windows
- cushion capital on columns
- unvaulted, pannelled ceilings (especially First Romanesque)
- groin vaults
- arches crossing into each other
- artwork with dramatic motives (paintings and plastics)
Symbolizing the religious sense of togetherness of the Christian Occident the overall impression of the interior is solid and homogenous. The massive constructions of the buildings reflect the omnipotence of God and the power of the Christianity.
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