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Retro
Blast from the past. Throwback. Vintage. All of this and more. These places might seem as if they are stuck in time, but have a look around, maybe you'll be inspired to take a trip down memory lane.
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.
Mason, Texas, United States
Odeon Theater
Opened in 1928, the Odeon is the longest continually operating movie theater in west Texas - all thanks to the community that helped keep its streak alive.
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
KiMo Theater
Designed in the Pueblo Deco style, the KiMo Theater was built to pay tribute to Native American tribes in New Mexico.
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Charleston, South Carolina, United States
The American Theater
The American theater opened in 1942 and was designed by architect August E. Constantine, a Greek immigrant who designed many of Charleston's buildings during the 40s and 50s.
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
New Windsor Hotel
Built in 1893, the New Windsor Hotel is the only 19th century hotel still in operation in Phoenix.
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Bottrop, Germany
Movie Park
This German theme park, now known as “Movie Park Germany”, has undergone many thematic and name changes over its 50+ year history.
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Jaipur, India
Golcha Cinema
A timeless movie haven in Jaipur, where neon lights, retro charm, and samosas await.
AWA visted here
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Athens, Ohio, United States
Athena Cinema
One of the oldest movie theaters in America, the Athena Cinema opened in 1915 and has been continuously showing films ever since.
Los Angeles, California, United States
Beverly Hills Hotel
Open since 1912, the Beverly Hills Hotel’s Crescent Wing and iconic logo were designed by renowned African American architect Paul Williams.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
First Church of Deliverance
Founded in 1939, the First Church of Deliverance occupies a unique Art Moderne building designed by African American architect Walter T. Bailey.
Los Angeles, California, United States
Eastern Columbia Building
Built in 1930, this former department store headquarters is considered the finest type of Art Deco architecture in Los Angeles.
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Copenhagen, Denmark
Bagsværd Church
Considered a masterpiece of contemporary church architecture, Denmark's Bagsvaerd Church is a Lutheran church known for its naturally illuminated interior.
Kerhonkson, New York, United States
The Starlite Motel
This sixties style boutique motel from the Catskills of New York outfits each room with custom organic bath products and local artwork in a Miami art deco atmosphere.
AWA visted here
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Dublin, Ireland
Iarnrod Eireann
Consisting of 547 train carriages, this railway serves 48 million people each year.
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Chicago, Illinois, United States
Avondale Bowl
Original pin setters, wood lanes, and paper score cards give this restored bowling alley an authentically retro feel.
Fargo, North Dakota, United States
Fargo Theatre
This Art Deco icon of downtown Fargo, North Dakota opened in 1926.
Napier, New Zealand
National Tobacco Company
Art Deco meets Art Noveau meets native New Zealand style in this former tobacco tycoon's headquarters.
Berlin, Germany
Neues Off Cinema
Don't judge a book by its cover, or in this case, a building by its facade. This graffiti-tagged theater houses a classic 193-seat screening room and a 50's-style foyer.
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Choi Hung Estate
Attracting thousands of tourists, photographers, and architecture enthusiasts each year, this basketball court in Hong Kong is a world-famous attraction in itself.
Berlin, Germany
Babylon
The famous organ of the Babylon cinema in Berlin was single-handedly saved by a 75-year-old engineer.
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Cologne, Germany
Bastei Building
This tower in Germany was built atop a Prussian fortification, and today houses a restaurant.
Mobile, Alabama, United States
WMOB
This demure pink broadcasting station has housed Alabama's "Christian voice" radio broadcast command since 1984.
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Oakville Lawn Bowling Club
This bowling club hosts a strategic game dating back to the 13th century informally called "curling on grass."
Llangollen, United Kingdom
Llangollen Railway
This volunteer-run heritage railway operates between Llangollen and Corwen in Wales.
Heber City, Utah, United States
Holiday Lanes
This 60s-era bowling alley is just a stone's throw from Park City, Utah, home to the Sundance Film Festival, making it a favorite hangout spot of former movie stars.
London, United Kingdom
Chalk Farm Tube Station
This yellow telephone is found in the Chalk Farm London Underground station - one of three stations designed by English architect Leslie Green.
Alba Iulia, Romania
Alba Iulia Main Bus Station
Beneath its sweet pink stripes, Alba Iulia's bus station reminds us that this is a town built on bringing people together—so say hello, or bună ziua, to your neighbor.
Warsaw, Poland
Palace of Culture and Science
As notable high-rise in Warsaw this building stands at 237 meters high, making it the tallest building in Poland.
Marshalltown, Iowa, United States
Elmwood Country Club
This private club and golf course has been a tradition in Marshalltown, Iowa since 1896.
Bay Lake, Florida, United States
Walt Disney World
This unassuming, vintage snack corner resides in one of the most iconic theme parks in the world attracting over 60 million guests annually.
New York, New York, United States
Joyce Theater
Joyce honors the patronage of New Yorkers, as well as their appreciation of art with a twist.
AWA visted here
Arkville, New York, United States
Delaware & Ulster Railroad
“The Only All-Rail Route to the Catskill Mountains.”
London, United Kingdom
Barbican Launderette
This 1970s London launderette, owned by the same family for almost 50 years, resides in an estate built back up from bombings during World War II.
Legnano, Italy
Piscina Comunale F. Villa Legnano
These vintage hairdryers adorn the wall of a 1960s public pool in Milan, Italy.