“When we travel it’s often to see a building… because buildings are endlessly intriguing: things of beauty, symbols of their age and emblems of human endeavour,” according to the newly-released Amazing Architecture: A Spotter’s Guide from Lonely Planet. The book reveals 120 of the world’s great human constructions, and where to see them. Below are 10 of the lesser known buildings featured.

For more read: A grand tour of the world's most amazing architecture

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