Columbia, California, United States

Old Columbia Schoolhouse

California's first two-story brick schoolhouse.

Cape Cod, Massachusetts, United States

Days’ Cottages

A failed plan for a dream beach house led to the successful creation of Days' Cottages.

Wicklow, Ireland

Marine House

Built in 1842, the Marine House has served many functions including a hotel, army barracks, factory, orphanage, private home, and now is an educational institution.

Kerala, India

Vizhinjam Old Portuguese Church

This colorful Catholic church supposedly got its start when a basket containing a statue of the Virgin Mary washed ashore.

Rosersberg, Sweden

Skånelaholm Slott

This 17th century castle was purchased by an Irish immigrant and stayed in his family for 176 years.

Murcia, Spain

Artillery Barracks Pavilion 2

This former Spanish military barracks now operates as a cultural center.

Woluwe-Saint-Lambert, Belgium

Chateau Malou

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

Willemstad, Curaçao

Klein Curacao Lighthouse

Still functioning despite appearances, this lighthouse is the only structure left on a formerly busy island in the Caribbean Sea.

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