Hvalsey Fjord Church

Ruins of the oldest original church in the Americas, built in the late 10th century by Vikings. The church was built from enormous stone blocks, some up to 5 tons heavy. Fell in disuse in the 15th century.

Assumption Cathedral in Volodymyr-Volynskyi

Oldest church in Volyn, built in 1156-1160, in the times of Kievan Rus. Final resting place of local rulers.

Monaco Cathedral

Large cathedral in the old city, consecrated in 1875 and built in Neo-Romanesque style. Located in the site where the first church in Monaco was built in 1252.

Church of Santa Coloma d’Andorra

The oldest church in Andorra, first mentioned in 1044 AD although it might be older. Church initially was built in local Pre-Romanesque style and has a prominent bell tower from the 12th century). Several original frescoes from the 12th century have been preserved inside the church.

Batalha Monastery

A beautiful structure of Dominican convent, built in Late Gothic style in 1386 – ˜1517. One of the greatest Gothic structures.

Belfry of Cagsawa Church

Ruins of belfry – the only remnant of Cagsawa village after it was covered with hot ashes in 1814. Some 200 people died in the church.

Antiphonitis church

Interesting medieval church with a dome resting on eight pillars. Interior of the church is adorned with frescoes, the oldest were made in the 12th century.

Yamoussoukro Basilica of Our Lady of Peace

The largest church in the world, one of the newest basilicas, constructed in 1989, 158 meters high.

Nossa Senhora do Rosario church in Cidade Velha

World’s oldest colonial church, constructed in 1495 in Manueline (Portuguese Gothic) style.

Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

A pilgrimage church of huge importance. This Romanesque cathedral is adorned with later Gothic and Baroque additions – beautiful facades and towers. The main part was built in 1075-1128, the gorgeous western facade in 1738-1750.