Architecture

This remarkable parking garage in Darmstadt has lived several lives and still contains remnants of its World War I past.

This medieval monastery represents an architectural blend of eastern and western European culture.

A wooden prison doesn't sound like a good idea, yet this abandoned 1950s detention center still stands today.

This chicken coop pays homage to a classic architectural style made famous throughout the southern United States.

One of the most well-preserved castles in Italy also contains a rare medieval example of a port fortification.

This Renaissance palace features a unique architectural design and is now home to the Ferrara National Art Gallery.

This medieval church is the only one in the world that features all Marc Chagall stained-glass windows.

This tower was created by the area's vicar as a shelter for exhausted travelers, complete with a fireplace and breathtaking views.

Also known as Rye Castle, this 13th-century fortification later became a prison and held one of Rye's most famous criminals.

This picturesque castle in Poland has a rich history, including a legend that ties it to lost Incan treasures.

This small interfaith chapel lies not far from the rim of the Grand Canyon.

Inside this metro station is a section of the city's former medieval fortification.

Heralded as the world's first theater, these ruins are often overlooked as they reside in the shadows of the Acropolis.

A "house to which to flee" for settlers in colonial Pennsylvania.

If you like Art Deco you will love this bridge.