ARCHITECTURE

The Winchester Mystery House Was Recreated With More Than 7500 LEGO Bricks

The Winchester Mystery House, one of the most infamous pieces of architecture on Earth, will appear in LEGO form at the Bay Area's new LEGOLAND Discovery Center.

10 Facts About Westminster Abbey

From its humble beginnings as an island monastery, Westminster Abbey has grown into the cultural and spiritual heart of London, as well as the final resting place of kings, queens, and poets.

An aerial view of Prince Edward and Wallis Simpson's lavish Bahamas estate.

Prince Edward and Wallis Simpson’s Bahamas Estate Has Hit the Market for $8.5 Million

Live out your royal family fantasies in a 15-bedroom island mansion fit for a (former) king and his controversial sweetheart.

7 Animal Crossings Around the World

Animal crossings, also known as animal bridges or wildlife overpasses, protect animals from traffic and promote genetic diversity.

Houses along Lake Erie's shoreline were pummeled with sheets of icy water during a storm last week.

Storm Leaves Homes Along Lake Erie Covered in Up To Three Feet of Ice

Windy weather gave Hamburg, New York, a string of ice houses that Elsa from 'Frozen' would’ve been proud of.

Historian Liz Hallam Smith shows off the a-door-able opening in the wall of Westminster Hall.

Secret Doorway Discovered in London’s House of Commons

Earlier this week, England’s Parliament announced that a secret door had been discovered in the walls of Westminster Hall. Inside, historians found “graffiti” left in 1851 by a bricklayer who was “fond of Ould Ale.”

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Susan B. Anthony’s Childhood Home in Upstate New York Is Getting a $700,000 Renovation

The trailblazing suffragette first learned about civil inequality during several formative years in Battenville, New York.

Take a Rare Peek Inside the Spire of New York City’s Chrysler Building

The inside of the Chrysler Building’s spire might not look like you expect—but the view is worth it.

The Ingenious Reason Medieval Castle Staircases Were Built Clockwise

It was a pretty clever defense strategy in the Middle Ages—that is, as long as you weren’t left-handed.

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The Unusual Journey of Theodore Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin

The Maltese Cross Cabin traveled to expositions across the country before settling at Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota, making it one of the most well-traveled former homes of any U.S. president.

2020 World Monuments Watch: 25 Historic and Cultural Landmarks That Are At Risk

The World Monuments Fund recently released its World Monuments Watch for 2020. Here are the cultural and historic sites at risk around the world.

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A 120-Year-Old Denmark Lighthouse Rides Away From Coastal Erosion on Rollerblades

When it was built in 1899, more than 650 feet of land separated it from the water. By the 2000s, that number had dwindled to 20.

Lin uses his iPad to visualize scanning data of a crusaders' fortress at the lagoon in Acre, Israel.

Mapping Technology Reveals 'Lost Cities' on National Geographic

Armed with a drone, an iPad, and a thirst for adventure, Albert Lin reveals what we can learn about the past with today's technology in a new TV series.

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What's the Difference Between Cement and Concrete?

The terms 'concrete' and 'cement' are often used interchangeably to describe hard, gray building material, but there is a difference.

The Stories Behind 11 Iconic Skyscrapers

In honor of Skyscraper Day, we've stacked up the details on some of the world's most famous buildings.

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Dreaming of Spending a Night in a Lighthouse? There’s a Website for That

BookaLighthouse.com is like Airbnb for old lighthouses that have been converted to lodging for adventurous travelers.

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8 Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings Join the List of UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Eight buildings designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, including Fallingwater and Taliesin West, have been officially recognized by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.

The World’s Largest Underwater Restaurant Just Opened in Norway—Take a Peek Inside

Under, which just opened in Norway, is the first underwater restaurant in Europe and the largest in the world.

Frank Lloyd Wright's Designs Are Now Available as Bags, Phone Cases, and More

Scarves, ties, bags, and phone cases printed with Frank Lloyd Wright's patterns are available in this new collection from VIDA and the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation.

15 Huge Facts About Big Ben

You may have snapped a photo of England’s most iconic clock, but how well do you really know the United Kingdom’s towering timepiece?

9 Huge Facts About the Burj Khalifa

Dubai's Burj Khalifa is twice as tall as the Empire State Building, making it the tallest building in the world. But it's about to have some competition for that title.

The exterior of the San Francisco home that was used in the opening of Full House.

San Francisco's Full House Home Is for Sale

If you've got a love of '90s television nostalgia, and $6 million to spare, the Tanners's home from 'Full House' could be yours.

Notre-Dame's Rooftop Bees Survived the Historic Fire

A fire destroyed much of Notre-Dame's roof on April 15, but the bees living in wooden beehives above the cathedral survived.

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10 Amazing Facts About Buckingham Palace

For almost two centuries, the reigning monarchs of the United Kingdom have used Buckingham Palace as their administrative headquarters. The building has survived everything from World War II bomb strikes to a crafty undergarment thief.

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