Siena Cathedral of Santa Maria
A beautiful building that unites Romanesque and Gothic styles, constructed in 1215 – 1263.
Jacmel
City with well preserved French colonial architecture, little changed since the 19th century. Suffered major damage in earthquake in 2010.
Assisi Basilica (Basilica of San Francesco d’Assisi)
Christian pilgrimage site of global importance, built in 1228 – 1253.
Popa Taung Kalat
This beautiful monastic complex sits on top of an extinct volcanic plug, rising 170 – 180 meters over the surrounding area.
Florence Cathedral
One of the most impressive churches in the world, the largest building in medieval Europe. Constructed in 1296 – 1469. Designed mostly in Gothic style, but considered to be one of the first Renaissance buildings.
Orvieto Cathedral
Splendid and unusual building, built in 1290 – 1591.
Milan Cathedral
One of the most impressive Gothic buildings in the world, constructed in 1386 – 1965.
Leon Cathedral of the Assumption
Beautiful cathedral in Baroque – Neo-Classicism style, constructed in 1747 – 1814. The largest church building in Central America that forms a part of the identity of Nicaragua. Numerous tunnels connect this cathedral to other buildings in the city.
Great Mosque of Djenne (Djenné)
The largest adobe building in the world with a unique design. The first mosque here since the 13th century. The current structure was built in 1907 or 1909.
Nata Church (Natá Church)
Possibly the oldest church in Panama and mainland America, founded by the Spanish on May 20, 1522. This beautiful Renaissance-Baroque structure is in a good condition.
