In different countries, on different continents, there are many buildings of extraordinary beauty. They were erected by both ancient architects and modern talented architects. The most beautiful buildings in the world, which we will present in this article, delight with their originality and originality. Undoubtedly, our list will be incomplete, since no one can name the exact number of such structures.
Beautiful buildings of the world: Church of St. Families (Barcelona)
This magnificent building was designed by the famous architect Antonio Gaudi, who devoted his brainchild to more than forty years of life. The colossal, but still unfinished Gothic cathedral, with its huge spiers, as if touching the clouds, and stunning facades that resemble sand sculptures, has become a symbol of the city.
This very beautiful building is named for a reason. The architect decided to crown the Church of St. The family has eighteen towers in the shape of cobs of various heights, which would become symbols of biblical characters. The twelve towers located above the entrance and at the side facades are 12 apostles. Above the central part of the cathedral flaunts the tallest tower surrounded by smaller ones - these are Jesus Christ and the Evangelists. And a little behind them is the second highest tower, erected in honor of the Holy Virgin Mary.
The building has three facades - Passion, Christmas and the facade of Glory. Each of them depicts certain moments in the life of Jesus. Gaudi until his death (1926) personally observed the progress of construction work. His business was continued by partners and like-minded people. Some of the author’s ideas have been slightly changed. The construction of the cathedral continues today. Its completion is planned in 2026.
Taj Mahal (India)
The most beautiful buildings in the world were often erected in ancient times. The famous Taj Mahal began to be built in 1632 by the emperor Shah Jahan for the burial of his beloved wife.
The world-famous mausoleum complex is located on the southern bank of the Yamuna River. It was built over twenty years and is one of the most striking examples of Mongolian architecture, complemented by elements of Indian, Persian and Islamic architecture.
The complex features beautiful building facades. They are made of white shimmering marble, changing its color depending on the time of day. The Taj Mahal has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. This is one of the symbols of India and one of the most beautiful buildings on our planet.
White Temple (Thailand)
The most beautiful buildings on earth are striking in the originality of architectural solutions. Wat Rong Khun, whose name translates as “White Temple”, is one of the most recognizable buildings in Thailand, and, of course, it is one of the most beautiful religious buildings in the world.
It is located in the vicinity of Chiang Rai. Thousands of tourists come here every year to see this amazing building. The main feature of Wat Rong Hong is its snow-white color, which means in this case the purity of the Buddha, and the pieces of glass added to the plaster symbolize the wisdom of the Enlightened One.
The owner of this snow-white miracle, as well as its creator, is a talented artist - Chalermchay Kositpipat. The construction of the temple began in 1997 and continues to this day. Surprisingly, the temple is built exclusively on the personal funds of the author, which he collected over the course of twenty years, selling his paintings. Chalermchay does not accept money from sponsors, so that no one influences his ideas and does not impose conditions.
It is natural that one person cannot engage in such a grandiose project, therefore the ideas of the artist are embodied in the life of the team led by the chief engineer, who is also the brother of Chalermchay.
Burj Al Arab (Dubai)
Photos of beautiful buildings can often be seen on the pages of glossy publications. Burj Al Arab is the most luxurious hotel in the world. It is located on an artificial island, at the beginning of Jumeirah beach. The building is 321 meters tall and has sixty floors and looks like a sailboat
It looks especially impressive in the evening thanks to perfectly selected backlighting.
Catherine Palace (St. Petersburg)
The most beautiful buildings in the world, built in the old days, belonged to the rulers of states. An example of this is the magnificent palace of Catherine the Great in Pushkin, a suburb of St. Petersburg. The building is made in the Baroque style and has a blue facade. Later, the palace was rebuilt by the Decree of Empress Elizabeth Petrovna and acquired its current appearance.
White, blue and golden colors give the building a festive and solemn appearance. The facade is decorated with white columns, stucco molding and figures of Atlantes. In the northern part of the building stands the five-domed palace church, crowned with gilded domes. The south wing, where the front porch used to be, has a gilded dome with a star on the spire. In total, 100 kilograms of pure gold was spent on the gilding of all internal and external elements.
Many tourists come to Pushkin, where the stunning palace is located, to see the Amber Room, which is the eighth wonder of the world. But for most tourists, the most bewitching look has an exquisite wing, made in the classical style according to the project of Charles Cameron - the beloved architect Catherine II.
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood (St. Petersburg)
Another beautiful building located in St. Petersburg. This is a magnificent church, which began to be built in 1883, just above the place where Emperor Alexander II was killed. The temple admires the colorful towers, an impressive interior with mosaics and rich exterior decoration.
Golden Temple (India)
Beautiful buildings are located in India. The Golden Temple is one of the Sikh shrines. It is located on the site of a former forest lake. Local legends say that Buddha and Guru Nanak (the founder of the Sikh belief) came to meditate in these places.
Harimandir (Temple of God) was destroyed several times and restored again. The shrine gained its present appearance in the 18th century. The splendor of the gilded building, a mixture of Muslim and Hindu architectural styles make a huge impression, especially when accompanied by ritual music that comes from the temple day and night.
Chrysler Building (New York)
This Manhattan skyscraper is made in the Art Deco style. Immediately after completion of construction, he was recognized as one of the most beautiful not only in New York, but also in the USA. It should be said that this beautiful building is the tallest brick building in the world.
A stunning skyscraper was erected on the initiative of one of the most famous American managers - Walter Chrysler. In the late twenties of the last century, he decided to build the tallest building in the world for his corporation. The author of the project was William van Alen.
Chrysler Building today is one of the tallest buildings in the world and one of the most stylish. Polished steel and glass make it light, as if floating in the air. Coronated stainless steel Kruppian crown sparkles in any weather. Giant lions are located in the corners at the sixty-first floor. And below (on the thirty-first), the skyscraper is decorated with shiny wings. These are the ones that have been installed on the radiators of famous cars since 1929.
Great Mosque (Jenna, Mali)
The most beautiful buildings in the world are sometimes made of the most unusual materials. For example, in the African city of Jenna there is a huge mosque erected from ... mud. It was built by the Dogon - the African people. The raw bricks of its walls were made of earth, clay and sand.
Minarets of this amazing mosque are decorated with classical ornaments for these places. I must say that the nature of North Africa is not too supportive of buildings made of such an unusual material. In this regard, after each rainy season, local residents gather and restore the cracked and flowing walls.
The mosque was built on the site of a thriving city in the 13th century. The creation of the modern Great Mosque, located on the market square, dates from 1906. Each of its towers is crowned with an ostrich egg - a local form of architectural design, which is a symbol of success and abundance.
Lotus Temple (India)
The most beautiful buildings in the world are capable of striking with unusual forms. The main Indian Bahai temple, which was built in 1986, is located in New Delhi - the capital of India. The huge magnificent building of Pentelian snow-white marble has the shape of a blossoming lotus flower. This is one of Delhi 's most popular attractions.
Lotus Temple has received many awards in the field of architecture. A lot of magazine and newspaper articles are devoted to him.
Sheraton Moon Hotel (Huzhou, China)
The 100-meter high-rise hotel with 321 rooms in Huzhou city immediately attracts attention with its unusual appearance. Beautiful large buildings always have a special effect. A huge arch made of white aluminum and glass and with bright illumination at night resembles a building from science fiction films. And from the panoramic windows offer spectacular views. The authors of the project were architects of the local bureau MAD Architects.
Cayan Tower (Dubai, UAE)
Cayan Tower, designed by the American company Skidmore Owings and Merrill, could claim to be the most beautiful building in the world. The outstanding Spanish architect Santiago Kalatrova became the pioneer of fashion for spiral skyscrapers. An example of such an effective reception is the 307-meter skyscraper (residential) Cayan Tower. The 75-story tower has 495 apartments of various sizes. From the year-round heat of the residents of the complex protect the perforated screens on the facades of the building.
Beautiful Moscow buildings
By the number of beautiful buildings, which are unique historical monuments, our capital occupies a leading position in the world. Let us dwell briefly on the most famous.
Cathedral of Christ the Savior
This amazing temple is recognized by most believers as the main one in our country. It was blown up in 1931, but, fortunately, after 66 years (in 1997) it was rebuilt. The temple seats up to ten thousand people. The most solemn services are held in its premises, and believers have the opportunity to worship the many shrines that are stored here and enjoy the gilded paintings of the interior. There is a museum at the temple.
St. Basil's Cathedral
The amazing building located on Red Square is known throughout the world because the cathedral is one of the symbols of the capital. This is not only the most important historical monument of Moscow, but also a very spectacular building, recognized as the most beautiful temple on the planet.
The cathedral consists of nine temples, whose thrones were consecrated in honor of the holidays that fell on the days of the decisive battles for Kazan. Tourists from all over the world come here to personally witness the widely known monument of Russian architecture and visit the branch of the historical museum.