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Tartu, Estonia

Tartu Town Hall

A symbol of the city of Tartu, this town hall also houses a pharmacy and a tourist information center.

Broadway, United Kingdom

Lygon Arms

An English inn that dates back to the 1300s, and has hosted stars, kings, and generals throughout the years.

Malmo, Sweden

The Residence

Now owned by the Swedish state, this building was once residence to the often-contentious governors of Skåne County.

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Stellenbosch, South Africa

Vergenoegd Estate

Every morning, 2000 Runner Ducks emerge to assist in the control of the snail and pest population in these vineyards.

Portoroz, Slovenia

Kempinski Palace Portorož

This deluxe hotel in Slovenia wasn't always the five-star attraction it is today. After closing three times, new ownership came together to give the hotel a modern makeover.

Vagnharad, Sweden

Tullgarn Palace

A royal Swedish residence for more than 300 years, this palace reflects the changing decorative tastes of many eras.

Vienna, Austria

Josefsplatz

This public square in Vienna features a monument to Emperor Joseph II and is surrounded on all sides by historic buildings.

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Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia

Fremantle Ports

This Port Authority building in Western Australia oversees operations in one of Australia's busiest ports.

London, United Kingdom

Royal Waterloo Hospital

This hospital is one of the earliest buildings on Waterloo Road, and was the site of controversial psychiatric practices.

Saxony, Germany

Moritzburg Church

A picturesque church designed in the same stylistic manner as the baroque Moritzburg castle by the Dresden architect Richard Schleinitz.

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Helsinki, Finland

Korkeasaari Zoo

This zoo is the largest in Finland and is curiously located on an island in the Baltic Sea.

Irvington, New York, United States

Armour-Steiner Octagon House

Beyond the trees along the Hudson River sits one of the last octagonal buildings standing today, and the only 19th century abode still under private residence.

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Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Belgium

Chateau Malou

Although nestled in a serene setting, the Chateau Malou holds a harried past.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Rosenborg Castle

17th century palace-turned-museum now displaying the the Danish crown jewels.

AWA visted here

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

Cadbury Factory

Most commonly known for it's Chocolate Easter Eggs, this factory is home to Cadbury, the second-largest confectionery brand in the world.

Brou, France

Town Hall

This gorgeous town hall in northern France features ornate statues and paintings dating back nearly a century.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Georgian Hotel

Catering to Los Angeles high society, this hotel was among the first skyscrapers to call Ocean Avenue home.

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Paris, France

Notre-Dame Cathedral

A symbol not only of Paris but all of France, this iconic cathedral suffered a tragic fire in 2019 that destroyed its roof and main spire, but left much of the interior intact.

San Diego, California, United States

Yuma Building

This building in downtown San Diego was named for U.S. Captain Alfred Henry Wilcox and his pioneering use of the Colorado River to supply Fort Yuma.

Sturbridge, Massachusetts, United States

Salem Towne House

Old Sturbridge Village is a re-creation of a typical early nineteenth-century rural New England town, complete with a 200-acre historic working farm.

Gdynia, Poland

Quadrille Palace

This Polish Palace with medieval roots has undergone many changes over the years.

Budapest, Hungary

Cafe Gerbeaud

This traditional coffee house has been serving the people of Budapest for over 150 years

Urbana, Illinois, United States

Foellinger Auditorium

This university auditorium was designed as a "noble monument" to art and music, but the design is plagued by infamous acoustical problems.

Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France

Grand Hotel Thalasso

This grand hotel in southern France sits on a seaside port with a storied history including the wedding of King Louis XIV and princess Maria Teresa.

Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Castle Combe

Named after a 12th century castle and formally owned by a knight, this historic English village boasts remnants of medieval times.

Porto, Portugal

Hotel Infante Sagres

Opened in 1951, this luxurious hotel continues to entice the rich and famous to Porto, Portugal.

West Bend, Wisconsin, United States

Washington County Courthouse & Jail

This Wisconsin courthouse is now in the safe hands of the Historical Society thanks to a loophole in county records that saved the building from sale and demolition.

L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, France

Chateau Giraud

Built for a French cellist, this unique chateau presents a dazzling mix of architectural styles.

Glasgow, Scotland

Ibrox Stadium

This historic Scottish football stadium underwent major renovations following not just one, but two fatal disasters.

AWA visted here

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Coloane, Macau

Coloane Library

Built on reclaimed sea salt farms in Macau, this former school was transformed into a library in 1983.

Wroclaw, Poland

Centennial Hall

This World Heritage site in Poland once held the world's largest pipe organ.

Stockholm, Sweden

House of Nobility

This House of Nobility is one example an exquisite work from the 17th century architecture in northern Europe.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Engine Co. 98

This Chicago Fire station, built in 1904, was inspired by medieval castles and is still in use today.

Varese, Italy

Villa Andrea Ponti

This classic Italian villa was once part of the vacation complex of the illustrious Ponti family.

Berlin, Germany

Prenzlauer Berg Fire Station

This building is the oldest operational fire station in all of Germany.