Why was the role of fine arts and architecture so important in European medieval culture?

The stage of the Middle Ages came after antiquity. This time was the flourishing of the spiritual culture of people. They created exquisite paintings and buildings in a variety of styles. A similar trend was caused by the development of the craft, which provided artists with paints and architects with building materials. At this time, the role of religion was high, which influenced the worldview of people. There was a flourishing of handicrafts and handicrafts, despite the harsh conditions and the absence of absolute freedom of creativity under the rule of stable dogmas.