The document provides an overview of Gothic architecture through 3 paragraphs. It discusses that Gothic architecture flourished from the 12th to 16th centuries in Europe, featuring pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses. It was most prominently used in the construction of cathedrals and churches. The document then summarizes some key characteristics of Gothic cathedrals, including their Latin cross floor plan, pointed arches, stained glass windows, and vertical emphasis conveyed through buttresses, tracery, and towers/spires. It concludes by briefly mentioning Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris as an iconic example of Gothic architecture.