Construction of Barcelona's iconic (but controversial) church is expected to be completed in 2026—a century after the death of its architect.

Medicinal spa created with the discharge from a geothermal energy plant.

An abstract monument to a symphonic composer.

A small island dotted with old, historic Finnish buildings.

This endearingly discomfited urinating statue commemorates the sneaky pees had by us all.

This irregularly shaped sea fortress has defended not one but three different sovereign states.

A subterranean house of worship carved right out of the bedrock.

This 14th-century temple is also known as the "Temple of the Golden Pavilion" for its gorgeous gilded reliquary hall.

The quintessential Japanese rock garden has existed for more than 500 years.

This 1967 experiment in modular architecture was designed to be a new model for urban living.

On the Pakistan-India border the militaries perform an elaborate theater of aggression each and every night.

A 17th-century mosque that was used for war more than worship.

These stairs were built to accommodate royals mounted on elephants.

This commanding mausoleum holds the remains of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan.

Reputedly haunted sandstone necropolis with exquisite stone carvings.

This celebration of Latvia’s freedom and independence avoided demolition over half a century of Soviet occupation.

This charming Latvian lane doubled as Baker Street on the Soviet Union’s version of Sherlock Holmes.

The reconstruction of this prominent building fulfilled a long-written command.

3,000 market stands in five former Zeppelin hangars.

A black cat protests the City Guild in Riga's Old Town.

Latvia's symbolic mountain-shaped national library is home to millions of cultural tomes.

The oldest housing complex in Riga is a mini timeline of architectural trends.

These sailing ship-shaped chandeliers are believed to have been a gift inspired by faith.

This colorful, geometric church beautifully embodies the Tapatía school of architecture.