1. Look up

Via flickr.com
There is nothing more awe inspiring than standing in front of Gothic churches and looking up.

2. Washington National Cathedral

Via squidoo.com
I've been here and I can tell you that it is even more breathtaking on the inside.

3. Light Show

Via Lets all Rule Brittannia with ...
The light show at this cathedral makes it a one of a kind sight that I guarantee you'll never see anywhere again.

4. The Cathedral of St. Peter

Via Beautiful churches
This one isn't as elaborate as many of the other Gothic churches, but there's still something beautiful in its simplicity.

5. Cologne, Germany

Via Christmas in Germany 2011
There is so much history that goes along with this cathedral in Germany.

6. Budapest, Hungary

Via Budapest. Buda, Bastión de los ...
Check out all the detail created by the brick work on this cathedral.

7. LATER FRENCH GOTHIC

Via Flamboyant
I can't get over all the great details that this cathedral in France has. It must have taken so long!

8. Spires at Dusk

Via Spires at Dusk, Prague, Czech ...
What a sight to see. This would make the most epic photograph in your collection.

9. Westminster Abbey, London

Via Westminster Abbey, London, England
Sadly, this one was closed when I visited London, but the outside is completely awe inspiring so it wasn't a total loss.

10. St.Patrick Cathedral in Dublin

Via Gothic and Incoming Spring
I think that Ireland has some of the most gorgeous Gothic architecture anywhere in the world.

11. Kylemore, Ireland

Via ~Lori
See what I mean? Here's another great example of an Irish Gothic church.

12. Amiens Cathedral

Via New Liturgical Movement
What a beautiful church! I love all the spires.

13. Wells Cathedral

Via 20120520 1313--DSLR-A850 07221 70 mm
If you ever find yourself in Somerset, England, make sure you pay a visit to this cathedral. You won't be sorry, I promise!

14. Hidden Gem

Via Untitled
Can you imagine taking a hike through the woods and happening upon this? It's beautiful, isn't it?

15. Moss on the Sides

Via Surfer's Wave • Gothic Church ...
I love the look of a building when moss starts to creep its way up the sides.

16. Historic Church of St. Patrick

Via Historic Church of Saint Patrick
This is probably one of the best examples of Gothic architecture in the United States. It's located in Toledo, Ohio.

17. The Duomo of Milan, Italy

Via Duomo of Milan, Italy.
Nothing could be more Gothic than this, right?

18. LICHFIELD Cathedral

Via West Facade
The detail on this church is stunning!

19. STRASBOURG Cathedral

Via Gothic Architecture - Page 2 ...
This church is so beautiful that I really want to see what it looks like on the inside.

20. The Ulm Cathedral

Via Ulm Cathedral / Ulmer Münster
I'm Lutheran so I'd really love to go to Germany and visit this one.

21. Reykjavik, Iceland

Via Dreaming Iceland
The white snow in the foreground just makes this church even more beautiful.

22. Freiburg, Germany

Via In photos: Freiburg im Breisgau
Germany is definitely one of the countries with loads of Gothic architecture.

23. Notre Dame

Via Top Ten places to Visit ...
If you're ever in Paris, be sure to take a boat ride on the Seine so you can get a good view of Notre Dame from the side.

24. Las Lajas Cathedral

Via blog.travelpod.com
There aren't even enough words to describe how wonderful this church is.

25. All around

Via Tearing Down Garden City
One of the things I love most about Gothic architecture is how it carries all around the building and isn't relegated to just the front.

What's your favorite Gothic church? After my trip to Paris, I have to say that Notre Dame ranks right up there for me. I know - cliche, right? But there must be a reason it's so popular. Have you ever visited any of the ones on this list?