{"id":7833,"date":"2017-09-20T18:26:46","date_gmt":"2017-09-20T17:26:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.luxxu.net\/blog\/?p=7833"},"modified":"2017-09-20T18:26:46","modified_gmt":"2017-09-20T17:26:46","slug":"iconic-buildings-you-must-see-once","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.luxxu.net\/blog\/iconic-buildings-you-must-see-once\/","title":{"rendered":"Iconic Buildings You Must See Once in Your Life"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

These are some of the most iconic buildings<\/strong><\/em> in the world you must put on your travel bucket list<\/strong><\/em>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/em>\n<\/h3>\n

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When traveling one of the most interesting things to do is get to know the local culture. We can find it all around, in the food, the way the locals interact, the fashion and of course, the architecture.<\/p>\n

Each country, and even city, has its own signature architecture<\/strong> <\/em>that we instantly recognize. Especially when it comes to those landmarks, that have stood the test of time and we can all identify, as the Eiffel Tower in Paris or the Big Ben in London.<\/p>\n

But we\u2019re not here to talk about those, we\u2019re here to talk about architectural masterpieces<\/strong> <\/em>that became some of the most iconic buildings<\/strong> <\/em>of nowadays. Take a look at the list and inspire yourself and your future travels.<\/p>\n

Fallingwater \u2014 Mill Run, Pennsylvania, USA\"Iconic\n<\/h2>\n

Designed by Frank Lloyd Wrigh<\/strong>t<\/strong><\/em> in 1935, it\u2019s probably the most famous house in the world. Built\u00a0partially over a waterfall it was designed as a vacation or weekend home. Nowadays it\u2019s part of the National Historic Landmarks and it\u2019s part of Smithsonian\u2019s\u00a0\u201cLife List of 28 places to visit before you die\u201d.<\/p>\n

Burj Khalifa \u2014 Dubai, UAE<\/h2>\n

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The tallest tower in the world could not be left out of this selection. With a total height of\u00a0829.8\u00a0m (2,722\u00a0ft) it was build to diversify the oil-based economy in Dubai<\/strong><\/em>. It was originally named\u00a0Burj Dubai, but the name was changed to honor the ruler of Abu Dhabi and president of the United Arab Emirates.<\/p>\n

See also:\u00a05 of the Most Iconic Buildings in American Architecture<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Hagia Sophia \u2014 Istanbul, Turkey<\/h3>\n

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Built as a Greek Orthodox basilica later an imperial mosque and now a museum it\u2019s one of the most iconic buildings in the world. The massive dome and the unique details make this instantly recognizable. Being the epitome of Byzantine architecture it is said to have changed the course of architecture.<\/p>\n

Dancing House \u2014 Prague, Czech Republic\"Iconic\n<\/h2>\n

Located in Prague, it was designed by architect Vlado Milunic in cooperation with Frank Gehry<\/strong><\/em>. \u00a0The unique and over the top design caused some controversy at the time, as it is located among the historic buildings. Nowadays it is a symbol.\u00a0<\/sup><\/p>\n

St. Basil\u2019s Cathedral \u2014 Moscow, Russia\"Iconic\n<\/h2>\n

This must be one of the most colorful buildings<\/strong><\/em> in the entire world. Located right at the Red Square in Moscow<\/strong><\/em> the building, that now is a museum, used to be a cathedral built on orders from Ivan the Terrible. It\u2019s definitely one of the most iconic buildings<\/strong><\/em> that you must see before you die. Did you know there is a replica in the Russia-China border?<\/p>\n

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You might also like:\u00a010 Of The Most Expensive Buildings Worldwide<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Source: architecturaldigest.com<\/p>\n

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