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Berlin, Germany
Schloss Bellevue
The gardens for the primary residence of the president of Germany contained some special buried history.
Classic Facades
The stunners contained within this theme scream AWA. Guess what, they are all real places, each with a story to tell. We invite you to explore some of the most "classic" spots around the globe.
Wroclaw, Poland
BGZ BNP Paribas Branch
A colorful example of architecture that the early inhabitants of modern Wrocław were determined to clear as it represented remaining traces of German habitation.
Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Grand Opera House
As a performing arts center, The Grand has hosted thousands of entertainers, from vaudeville shows to world-class symphonies.
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Prague, Czech Republic
Star Summer Palace
This star-shaped villa is located in the middle of a hunting preserve.
New York, New York, United States
161 Duane Street
PSA: This building has *NOTHING* to do with our friends at Whalebone Magazine.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Kansas City Power and Light Building
Once the tallest building west of the Mississippi River, this structure is a temple to all things light--and may be fighting some shadowy figures.
San Sebastián, Spain
Monte Igueldo Funicular Building
This station building serves the oldest funicular railway in the Basque country.
River Ranch, Florida, United States
Westgate River Ranch
Experience early American cowboy life at this Florida dude ranch.
Tallinn, Estonia
Toompea Castle
According to legend, the Toompea Castle sits on a hill created by hand by an ancient woman named Linda.
Bucharest, Romania
Palace of the Parliament
Containing 1.5 billion pounds of steel and bronze, the Palace of Parliament is the heaviest building in the world.
Le Locle, Switzerland
Château des Monts
Passed down through generations of watchmakers, this Chateau now houses a clock museum.
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Lincoln, United Kingdom
Lincoln Cathedral
This cathedral was once the tallest building in the world -- surpassing the Pyramids of Giza.
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
Laboratory Theater
A theater with both a living and phantom ensemble.
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Saint Louis, Michigan, United States
Woody’s Music
Unique instruments, autographed photos, and maybe even a tarantula may greet you upon entry into this shop.
Belgrade, Serbia
Captain Miša’s Mansion
Once a royal residence, this Mansion now welcomes university students through its halls.
Moscow, Russia
Sanduny Baths
A bathhouse who's story began with love, a queen's blessing, and diamonds.
Washington DC, United States
Fellows Building – Dumbarton Oaks
Intellectual debates and lively parties were enjoyed at this residence for Harvard research fellows.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
The People’s Committee Building
This luxury hotel has been transformed into HoChiMinh City's city hall building.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Carpenters’ Hall
This assembly hall has played host to a slew of visitors from rebellious revolutionaries to notorious bank robbers.
Willemstad, Curaçao
Willemstad Skyline
In addition to these brightly colored buildings, Curaçao is also home to an incredible blend of cultures and a complex, layered history.
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Copenhagen, Denmark
Kunsthal Charlottenborg
A cutting edge contemporary art museum that once was centuries deep in Danish riches and royalty.
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Milan, Italy
Castello Sforzesco
Leonardo frescoed the walls. Napoleon tore down the fortifications. Michelangelo's last sculpture now rests inside.
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Killyleagh, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Killyleagh Castle
Ireland’s oldest castle—and among the most ancient, still-inhabited castles in the world.
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Floyd Bennet Field
When Lindbergh returned from his heroic flight, he immediately set out to design the Hour Angle wristwatch and found a willing partner for its manufacture in Longines.
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Turin, Italy
Musy Padre e Figli
The tiara, which has remained with the family for over 150 years, is believed to have been created by Musy Padre e Figli – Court Jeweller of Turin, and one of the oldest goldsmiths in Europe.
Dublin, Ireland
Boland Mills
This formidable factory building played a pivotal role in the Easter Rising of 1916.
Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Calke Abbey
This centuries-old estate has been home to a long line of eccentric noblemen, the Harpur Crewes.
New York, New York, United States
Sant Ambroeus
In 1936, two pastry chefs joined forces to open a café just steps from Teatro La Scala, the legendary opera house.
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New York, New York, United States
Katz’s Delicatessen
As New York City’s oldest active original Jewish deli, Katz’s is an unquestioned institution of both culinary and cultural influence.
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Lisbon, Ohio, Ohio, United States
Morgan’s Drug Store
For its long run in the heart of Lisbon, Morgan’s helped thousands of locals find relief to their pains, but it was arguably most adored during Prohibition.
Pécs, Hungary
City Hall
Since 1871, the melodies of the carillon in the bell tower of City Hall have rung out every hour on the hour, signaling the passing of time.
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Nice, France
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nice
Jules Chéret was painter and lithographer who had a widespread impact on the city and French culture and some may say he was the father of the modern poster.
Marrakesh, Morocco
Bahia Palace
The Grand Courtyard, now spare and empty, were not the type of galleries where fine art is on display, unless you considered that fine art on display to be a harem of concubines.