How well do you know the world’s most striking architecture?
From scarily-high skyscrapers to unusual designs, how well do you know the world’s most impressive buildings and structures?
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1. This concert hall built in 2011 has won numerous awards for its contemporary architecture and facilities. Where is it?
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2. We all know this iconic London landmark. But how many floors does the Shard have?
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3. This city has a number of futuristic structures, including the Khan Shatyr, the world’s largest tent. Where is it?
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4. The Metropol Parasol was built in 2011 to offer shade to the city of Seville, Spain. What is it made from?
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5. Where will you find the Dancing House?
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6. The tallest building in the world is 829.8m high. Where is it?
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7. What is the name of this incredible hotel in Zhejiang, China?
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8. Which century was St Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow completed?
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9. Can you name this building in New York? In 1989 it was named a National Historic Landmark.
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10. The largest earth-built structure in the world, in which country will you find the Great Mosque of Djenné?
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11. Housing 1.5 million books, which US city will you find this ultra-modern library?
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12. In which city will you find the Armadillo?
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13. Bilbao in Spain is home to this extraordinary structure named Guggenheim. What is it?
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14. If you’re looking over Toronto from 553m in the air, what building are you in?
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15. Where will you find this distinctive cultural centre?
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