Architecture Archives

Pisa and the Wonders in Marble

Once a maritime power in the Mediterranean, Pisa now draws its fame from the many marble-clad wonders, including the symbolic Leaning Tower.

Once an international settlement, Kulangsu is a car-free tropical island with colonial mansions that blend Minnan and Western architecture.

Medieval walls, beautiful ruins, and pebbled alleys lined with picturesque houses, the port of Visby seemingly comes straight out of dreams.

Despite being overshadowed by Istanbul’s vastness and glamour, Ankara still prides itself as a major center of culture and history.

Despite its troubled history, Nagasaki today presents itself as a vibrant port town, where foreign influences mix with Japanese culture.

Once the capital of modern Greece, Nafplio enchants visitors with colourful houses, historic ruins, and a charming seaside promenade.

Tsingpu Tulou is a thoughtful resort that combines the aesthetic of traditional Fujian earthen houses with modern comforts.

The Tuscan countryside is a magical landscape with gently rolling hills, artistic cypress-lined avenues, and well-preserved historic towns.

Once the royal capital of Laos, Luang Prabang is known for its mix of gilded Buddhist temples, elegant colonial villas, and natural beauty.

From the iconic Sensoji Temple in Asakusa to the graceful museums of Ueno, Taitō City in northern Tokyo displays an irresistible retro charm.

With superb ruins, archaeological sites, and museums, Athens has stood as a timeless symbol of Western cultural achievements since antiquity.

Nestled in the lush valleys of southwestern Fujian, tulou (土楼) are Hakka earthen houses distinctive in their architecture and function.

A Tuscan hill town once rivaled Florence in wealth and influence, Siena is famous for its well-preserved historic core and Gothic monuments.

Rattanakosin is an artificial island where the essence of old Bangkok is woven into the fabric of daily life.