Now, this world in which we are living is overloaded with magnificent buildings in the world. Sometimes pictures cannot do justice to the magnificent structures. There are ample beautiful buildings in the world that draw attention to its spectators. Now I am going to talk about 10 of them.
10: Neuschwanstein Castle
Neuschwanstein Castle built on a rocky hill above the Hohenschwangau village in Southwest Bavaria, Germany. Ludwig II specially made this castle for Richard Wagner. He compensated for the castle out of his private expenses and employing extensive borrowing rather than Bavarian general finances. It was the personal shelter of the reclusive king but after the death of the king in 1886. It instantaneously opened for the general public.
Since 1886 approximately 61 million people have visited this castle. According to estimation, almost 1.3 million people visit this castle yearly and 6000 individuals per day. It is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world.
9: The Palace of Versailles
In 1682, the palace of Versailles was a major royal residence of France. According to the French, it is Château de Versailles. When this palace was built, Versailles was a country village but now it is a prosperous masterpiece of Paris. From 1682, the courtyard of the palace was the hub of the political power of France.
When Louis XIV returned from Paris the royal family moved to the capital in 1789 at the beginning of the French Revolution. It was popular not only as a building but also as a mark of the complete system of the monarchy of the ancient rule. Since 1995 French state has owned this palace and now is well known as the Public Establishment of the Palace, Museum, and National Estate of Versailles. It counts in beautiful building in the world.
8: Hearst Tower
Hearst tower in New York City is the most beautiful building in the world. It is the building for the world headquarters of Hearst Communications. In 1928 it was completed at the cost of 2 billion dollars. Initially, it was constructed as the foundation for skyscraper but because of the Great Depression, it postponed and built almost after 8 years. The amazing thing about West 57th Street has an extremely beautiful close-up. In 2006, this building got an Emporis Skyscraper Award in the world.
7: Tiger’s Nest Monastery
Insecurely it is situated on a rock extension at some 2,600 feet above the Paro Valley which is also about 7,000 feet above sea level. The Tiger’s Nest Monastery is an incredible scene. From 1692, the complex building was built around a cave where the Indian Guru Rinpoche meditated in the 8th century. This isolated agglomeration with rock formation and man-made monastery is one of Bhutan’s most holy shrines and marked also in beautiful buildings.
6: Catherine Palace
Catherine’s palace is located in the town of Tsarskoye Selo almost far 30 km south of St. Petersburg in Russia. In 1717, this building was created when Catherine I hired German architect Johan Friedrich to build a summer palace for her gratification. It expanded in 1743 but in 1756 by the order of Empress Elizabeth, demolished the old outdated palace and constructed it again. It is considered as the addition of the splendid and beautiful building by Elizabeth’s wealth and Catherine’s glory.
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5: Burj Al Arab
Burj Al Arab is a five-star lavish hotel located in the city of Dubai. It is famous for being one of the tallest and beautiful hotels in the world. It stands on the artificial island of Jumeirah beach. Its construction started in 1994 and completed in 1999. Almost two billion dollars were spent on its construction. Tom Wright made a designated it, afterward South African manufacture freelancer Murray and Roberts built this hotel and finally it opened for the general public in December 1999.
4: The Hungarian Parliament
The Hungarian Parliament building is known as the house of the country. It counts in beautiful building in the world. It is situated on the Kossuth Square eastern bank of the Danube. Hungarian parliament designed it according to the Gothic style and opened in 1902. It has a symmetric dome that resembles Renaissance Revival architecture. It has four floors with a total area is 18000m sq. Since the completion of its construction, it called the largest and most beautiful building in Hungary.
3: Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal called as crown of the palace. It is the most beautiful building in the world. It is made with ivory-white marble and a mausoleum in the Indian city of Agra. In 1632 it was built according to the instructions of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, as the tomb of his favorite wife Mumtaz. It will always remain a symbol of a subcontinent rich history. That’s why called the masterpiece of Mughal architecture. It is a good blending of Islamic, Persian, Turkish, and Indian architectural styles.
2: Great Mosque, Djenne, Mali
Great Mosque, Djenne, Mali considered a magnificent mosque. Firstly it was completed in 1907 by the styles of Sudano Sahelians who specially used mud instead of marbles. This mosque is located in Djenne Mali on the plains of the Bani River. Afterward, in 1988 the World heritage site redesigned it. It is one of the most famous mosques in Africa and has three minarets restraining 16 meters in height. It marks as most beautiful buildings in the world.
1: Faisal Mosque
Faisal mosque is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. It is located in the base of the Margalla Hills in Islamabad. This mosque has magnificent features with a modern layout consisting of 8 sights of the concrete shell. It is one of the major tourist attractions in Pakistan and is referred to as an influential quality of Islamic architecture. Its construction began in 1976, king Faisal granted 120 million dollars for it that’s why it’s named after him. Faisal mosque’s interesting thing is that it has a shape like a Bedouin tent, unlike the typical dome. It is now the 4th biggest mosque in terms of capacity.
