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35 Photos Of Brutalism, The Architectural Style That Artists Love To Hate

Born out of England's need to quickly rebuild after World War II, Brutalist architecture is characterized by its divisive use of raw concrete and clunky design.

By Leah Silverman • Apr 30, 2022

35 Photos Of Brutalism, The Architectural Style That Artists Love To Hate

Born out of England's need to quickly rebuild after World War II, Brutalist architecture is characterized by its divisive use of raw concrete and clunky design.

By Leah Silverman • April 30, 2022

Who Was Sarah Winchester? The Story Of The Troubled Woman Behind The Winchester Mystery House

After her husband died, firearms heiress Sarah Winchester built a "mystery house" — allegedly to escape the ghosts of people killed by Winchester rifles.

By Katie Serena • Mar 27, 2022

Who Was Sarah Winchester? The Story Of The Troubled Woman Behind The Winchester Mystery House

After her husband died, firearms heiress Sarah Winchester built a "mystery house" — allegedly to escape the ghosts of people killed by Winchester rifles.

By Katie Serena • March 27, 2022

The Terrifying True Story Of The Winchester Mystery House And The Tormented Heiress Who Built It

Over the course of 40 years, Sarah Winchester had the so-called Winchester Mansion built in San Jose to her bizarre specifications — in order to appease the ghosts she thought were haunting her.

By Katie Serena • Mar 11, 2022

The Terrifying True Story Of The Winchester Mystery House And The Tormented Heiress Who Built It

Over the course of 40 years, Sarah Winchester had the so-called Winchester Mansion built in San Jose to her bizarre specifications — in order to appease the ghosts she thought were haunting her.

By Katie Serena • March 11, 2022

Why Was The Eiffel Tower Built? Inside Its Controversial Construction

When the Eiffel Tower was built by Gustave Eiffel in 1889, it was designed to be the main attraction of the World's Fair — but most Parisians hated it.

By Natasha Ishak • Mar 9, 2022

Why Was The Eiffel Tower Built? Inside Its Controversial Construction

When the Eiffel Tower was built by Gustave Eiffel in 1889, it was designed to be the main attraction of the World's Fair — but most Parisians hated it.

By Natasha Ishak • March 9, 2022

Inside The Amber Room, The 18th-Century Russian Marvel That Vanished During World War II

Known as the "eighth wonder of the world," the Amber Room at the Catherine Palace in St. Petersburg was looted by the Nazis and disappeared forever in 1943.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jan 17, 2022

Inside The Amber Room, The 18th-Century Russian Marvel That Vanished During World War II

Known as the "eighth wonder of the world," the Amber Room at the Catherine Palace in St. Petersburg was looted by the Nazis and disappeared forever in 1943.

By Genevieve Carlton • January 17, 2022

Prada Marfa: The Texas Store Built In The Middle Of Nowhere

Ever since two artists erected Prada Marfa in the Texas desert in October 2005, this daring installation has taken on an unexpected life of its own.

By Aimee Lamoureux • Dec 24, 2021

Prada Marfa: The Texas Store Built In The Middle Of Nowhere

Ever since two artists erected Prada Marfa in the Texas desert in October 2005, this daring installation has taken on an unexpected life of its own.

By Aimee Lamoureux • December 24, 2021

Discover The Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World And Learn The Stories Behind Them

From the Great Pyramid of Giza to the Lighthouse of Alexandria, take a breathtaking journey through the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

By Kaleena Fraga • Dec 5, 2021

Discover The Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World And Learn The Stories Behind Them

From the Great Pyramid of Giza to the Lighthouse of Alexandria, take a breathtaking journey through the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

By Kaleena Fraga • December 5, 2021

Inside Neuschwanstein Castle, The Fairy-Tale Palace With A Heartbreaking Secret

King Ludwig II of Bavaria spent years dreaming up Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, the model Walt Disney would later use for "Sleeping Beauty."

By Katie Serena • Nov 22, 2021

Inside Neuschwanstein Castle, The Fairy-Tale Palace With A Heartbreaking Secret

King Ludwig II of Bavaria spent years dreaming up Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, the model Walt Disney would later use for "Sleeping Beauty."

By Katie Serena • November 22, 2021

Squamish Nation Plans Ultra-Dense, Carbon-Zero Development On Reservation Land In Downtown Vancouver

The Squamish Nation expects that Senakw will provide a revenue of up to $10 billion and provide housing for Indigenous Canadians.

By Kaleena Fraga • Oct 6, 2021

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Squamish Nation Plans Ultra-Dense, Carbon-Zero Development On Reservation Land In Downtown Vancouver

The Squamish Nation expects that Senakw will provide a revenue of up to $10 billion and provide housing for Indigenous Canadians.

By Kaleena Fraga • October 6, 2021

Inside King Alfred’s Tower, A Stunning Folly That’s Stood In Southern England Since The 18th Century

Built in 1769, King Alfred’s Tower was meant to commemorate the end of the Seven Years’ War and honor King George III.

By Marco Margaritoff • Aug 17, 2021

Inside King Alfred’s Tower, A Stunning Folly That’s Stood In Southern England Since The 18th Century

Built in 1769, King Alfred’s Tower was meant to commemorate the end of the Seven Years’ War and honor King George III.

By Marco Margaritoff • August 17, 2021

Archaeologists Just Discovered A 1,800-Year-Old Roman Gladiator Arena In Turkey — Where Travelers Bet On ‘Bloody Shows’

Researchers used 200-year-old records to uncover the Colosseum-like arena where gladiators and animals fought to the death in the ancient town of Mastaura in western Turkey.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 28, 2021

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Archaeologists Just Discovered A 1,800-Year-Old Roman Gladiator Arena In Turkey — Where Travelers Bet On ‘Bloody Shows’

Researchers used 200-year-old records to uncover the Colosseum-like arena where gladiators and animals fought to the death in the ancient town of Mastaura in western Turkey.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 28, 2021

Inside Caerlaverock Castle, The Mighty Fortress That Holds 800 Years Of Scottish History

Built in the 13th century by Clan Maxwell, Caerlaverock Castle is a striking triangular fortress on Scotland’s southern coast — which can still be visited today.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jul 26, 2021

Inside Caerlaverock Castle, The Mighty Fortress That Holds 800 Years Of Scottish History

Built in the 13th century by Clan Maxwell, Caerlaverock Castle is a striking triangular fortress on Scotland’s southern coast — which can still be visited today.

By Marco Margaritoff • July 26, 2021