Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Maracanã Stadium
These seats are found within a landmark of Rio de Janeiro, better known by its nickname, Maracanã Stadium. It has hosted numerous FIFA World Cups, concerts, and the 2016 Summer Olympic Games.
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Marianske Lazne, Czech Republic
Maxim Gorky’s Colonnade
Originally built in 1889, this 19th-century colonnade is one of the only such structures in the region to have survived WWII unscathed - many were deconstructed for iron scrap to support war efforts.
Manningtree, United Kingdom
A House for Essex
Inspired by Russian Stave churches, this home is a collaboration between artist Grayson Perry and the design firm Fat Architecture.
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Aberdeen Pavilion
Originally used to host agricultural fairs, this exhibition hall earned the nickname the "Cattle Castle".
Mason, Texas, USA
Odeon Theater
Opened in 1928, the Odeon is the longest continually operating movie theater in west Texas.
Phuket, Thailand
Phuket Beaches
Phuket was once on the major trading routes between India and China and is now a popular tourist renowned for its plethora of beautiful islands and beaches.
Jaipur, India
Nahargarh Fort
The name of this historic fortification surrounding Jaipur means "The Abode of Tigers".
Athens, Ohio, USA
Athena Cinema
One of the oldest movie theaters in America, the Athena Cinema opened in 1915 and has been continuously showing films ever since.
Fes, Morocco
Palais Royal
Built in 1276, the Palais Royal is the palace of the King of Morocco and visitors can gain access by invitation only.
Limassol, Cyprus
Marios Tokas Municipal Garden Theatre
In 2017, this open air theaters was renamed for famed Cypriot music composer, Marios Tokas.
Prague, Czech Republic
Grand Hotel Evropa
Built in 1872, the interior of this Art Nouveau style hotel served as the set location for films like "Mission Impossible" and "Titanic".
Paris, France
Musée des Arts Décoratifs
Located within the Louvre, this museum exhibits collections of decorative arts, fashion, and design.
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Ljubljana, Slovenia
The Slovenian Philharmonic Building
Built in 1891, this building housed Slovenia's first philharmonic orchestra.
Kanchanaburi City, Thailand
Kanchanaburi Station
This Thailand railway station is within walking distance to the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai.
Paris, France
Gentilly Station
One of 257 stations on the Réseau Express Régional rail, the Gentilly Station is located in one of three small departments that surround Paris, known as Petite Couronne.
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Estádio do Pacaembu
This Art Deco stadium is home to Sao Paulo's football competitions. You can even find football-related action under the bleachers!
Niigata, Japan
Naeba Prince Hotel
This popular ski resort in Japan offers skiers and winter adventurers a spot of respite after a long day in the cold winter weather.
Tauranga, New Zealand
Surf Life Saving
New Zealand Surf Life Saving members are truly "In it for Life", actualizing this motto by committing to their lifesaving passion as not just a hobby, but a lifestyle.
Warsaw, Poland
Warsaw University of Technology
With history dating back to the 19th century, this University in Poland quickly became one of the most reputable centers for scientific research during WWI and WWII.
Munich, Germany
Schleissheim Palace
The Schleissheim Palace is considered one of the finest examples of European architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Rosendale, New York, USA
Snyder Estate Natural Cement Historic District
This estate is the home of the famous Rosendale cement used in the construction of iconic U.S. monuments and landmarks.
Bogota, Colombia
Palacio Liévano
The Plaza de Bolívar, home of this government building, has overcome numerous tragedies to remain standing as a cultural centerpiece of Bogotá.
Bukhara, Uzbekistan
Mir Arab Madrassah
This religious school in Central Asia has served as a prestigious educational center since it was established in the early 16th century.
Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, Canada
Kinsmen Scout Hall
This chapter of Kinsmen remains active with 26 members meeting every other week from September to June at the Scout Hall.
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Abay State Opera and Ballet Theater
Built to house the new and burgeoning opera scene in Kazakhstan, this theater was founded and directed by the father of Kazakh opera, Evegeny Brusilovsky.
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Avondale Bowl
Original pin setters, wood lanes, and paper score cards give this restored bowling alley an authentically retro feel.
Fulda, Germany
Schlossgarten Fulda
This Baroque palace contains works of art ranging from portrait paintings to porcelain.
Melk, Austria
Melk Abbey
Now the oldest continuously open school in Austria, this abbey was saved from destruction by Emperor Joseph II because of its reputation as an academic institution.
Wroclaw, Poland
Wroclawskie Centrum Spa
The design of this 19th century recreational center in Poland was selected from 44 submissions during an architectural competition.
Zermatt, Switzerland
Riffelhaus 1853
Built in 1853, this hotel offers unparalleled views of the Alps and access to some of Switzerland's most iconic mountains.
Brownsville, Minnesota, USA
Church of the Holy Comforter
The man who built this church in Brownsville, Minnesota in 1872 was also responsible for the founding of the town itself.
Taipei, Taiwan
National Revolutionary Martyrs’ Shrine
Built on Chingshan Mountain, this Shrine is dedicated to those lost in the wars of the Republic of China.
Delhi, India
Humayun’s Tomb
This magnificent mausoleum is both a tribute to love and grief also represents a huge leap forward in Mughal architecture.
Milan, Italy
Turati Station
This Milan Metro station was conceived and built to accommodate crowds for the 1990 Football World Cup.
Kiev, Ukraine
St. Volodymyr’s Cathedral
This bright yellow cathedral built in the late 1800s has survived four wars and multiple threats to destroy its historic presence.