9 Unique Architectural Wonders In The World

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Lotus Temple, New Delhi:

It showcases 27 marble petals looking like a fully blooming lotus. India's Bahá'í House of Worship, the Lotus Temple in New Delhi, is open to the public of all religions.

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The Colosseum, Rome:

The Colosseum in Rome, built during 72-80 A.D., is a great symbol of ancient Roman engineering and gladiatorial combats, with a capacity of 50,000.

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Taj Mahal, Agra:

Built in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan, the Taj Mahal is an exquisite mausoleum of white marble, regarded as one of the high points of Mughal architecture, in Agra.

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The Stone House, Portugal:

The Stone House was established between two large boulders in Fafe, Portugal, inspired by the production of the 1970s cartoon series, The Flintstones. It now serves as a curious museum and has also opened as a tourist attraction.

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Cathedral of Brasilia, Brazil:

The cathedral is remarkable for its hyperboloid structure and stunning stained glass and is designed on the basis of a unique concept of celebrating beauty, focusing entirely on curves in architecture.

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Milwaukee Art Museum, Wisconsin:

The panoramic view extending from the Quadracci Pavilion of Milwaukee Art Museum onto Lake Michigan stuns by the wing-shaped movable brise soleil from Santiago Calatrava and its stunning modern design.

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St Basil's Cathedral, Moscow:

This is a church that is situated within the Red Square of Moscow. Its flame-like towers and rounded onion domes symbolised the architectural beauty of Russia ever since the 16th century.

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Opera House, Sydney:

An architectural gem, the Sydney Opera House redefined modern architecture in its signature sail-like shell design and served as a model for the postmodern revolution by architect Jørn Utzon.

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The Dancing House, Prague:

The Dancing House, nicknamed Fred and Ginger, is deconstructivist architecture exhibiting a fluid, dancing form made from 99 uniquely shaped panels.

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