Architectural Oddities

Construction of Barcelona’s iconic (but controversial) church was finally completed in 2026—a century after the death of its architect.

Bangkok celebrated its shifting monarchy with a militaristic homage to democracy.

This massive fiberglass Gulliver turns every visitor into a Lilliputian.

A Biblically notable site over the ruins of an ancient city that is now a protected World Heritage site.

Found art has transformed this Pittsburgh neighborhood into a psychedelic dream.

The once highest point in China blends symbolic design with a kick of adrenaline.

A collection of housewares from recent Irish history adjoined by a tower from ancient Irish history.

The world's longest outdoor covered escalator system transports commuters through Hong Kong's hilly terrain.

One of America's most historic homes also holds a startling literary legacy.

An ancient hotspot for spotting schools of fish.

Beneath the city of Lourdes, France is a massive, concrete church.

The cobbled together compound of a deceased artist which now serves as a filming location.

Lehigh Valley barge No. 79 still gets tugged along - but now it houses a museum and unusual performances.

This hospital fell into ruins after failing to act as the advocate for the mentally ill it was designed to be.

Wisconsin's most celebrated export gets the royal treatment on I-94.

The Avenue of Mausolea is a series of grand palatial tombs.

This famous bridge twisted itself into oblivion, but not for the reason you might think.