Beautiful ruins

Learn the haunting backstories.

We humans often build roads and bridges, canals and ports, even entire cities at the expense of the environment. But nature isn't planning on giving up. On the contrary, it is determined to persevere, showing just how fragile our creations are.

We humans often build roads and bridges, canals and ports, even entire cities at the expense of the environment. But nature isn't planning on giving up. On the contrary, it is determined to persevere, showing just how fragile our creations are.

We check out 12 ruins of churches and abbeys from across the world that make you appreciate the striking beauty of history and architecture.

Our fascination with architecture runs deep. We pay attention to the structures around us because of the way it shapes our experiences and tells stories about the culture. To really understand our environment, we can explore cities by strolling down the main streets and learning about history by admiring famous landmarks. For some of us, however, the view from the bottom and from a safe distance is simply not enough.

One of the few remaining casualties of the London Blitz, this destroyed church has become an enchanting public garden.

Tucked away in the southwest corner of New Hampshire, you'll find the Madame Sherri Castle Ruins, a sweeping staircase constructed of stone.

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