20 Enchanting Buildings Located in Unbelievable Locations

Around the world, buildings stand out for their unusual shapes, some of which made the responsible architects become real celebrities, known for their originality and creativity. There are even buildings that have become postcards full of tourists.

On the other hand, there are constructions that are not exactly unusual in themselves, but because of the place where they are located. O awesome.club prepared a list of some of them. Check out!

This beautiful castle, which looks like it’s about to fall off a cliff, is called the Swallow’s Nest and clearly shouldn’t be visited by anyone who suffers from vertigo when in high places. It was built in 1895 in Gaspra, in an area disputed by Russia and Ukraine. Despite its seemingly risky location, the castle not only survived the passage of time, but also abandonment and an earthquake (!)🇧🇷 It was recently renovated and operates as a restaurant open to the public.

The Chapel of Saint-Michel d’Aiguilhe, in France, was built in 961. To get there, you need to climb more than 200 steps (at least nobody needs to climb the rocks). They say it was built to celebrate the pilgrims who make the Camino de Santiago, a route taken by many people in search of spiritual enlightenment.

The Monastery of Simonopetra in Greece is also located on a cliff, 330 meters above sea level. It was built in the 14th century by Saint Peter, whose name was lent to the monastery. The work continued to be expanded on several floors, but the original construction is maintained between the later raised areas.

Perhaps if you were invited to visit a friend who lives in a house on the edge of a cliff, I would think twice before accepting it. Other people would certainly turn down the proposal right away. However, there are people who love being close to nature and who would love to live in such a place. It was for people of this type that a residence overlooking the ocean was created in Australia… or rather, over the ocean.

If it weren’t for the white paintwork, it would be difficult to tell where the Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa begins. That’s because it’s embedded in a cliff in Greece. The site was built in 1017 by order of Emperor Alexios I Komnenos. It is 300 meters above sea level, and as its structure is part of the cliff, the measurements of the environments vary in some points to accommodate the work on the rocks. There are even rooms that are about five feet wide…enough room for a single person at a time.

In case you are no longer surprised to see monasteries on cliffs, know that this one, in China, it was built by a single manand for over 1500 years.

The Monastery of São Jorge de Coziba is inhabited by Greek Orthodox monks. From what we can see, if one of its residents forgot something at the supermarket, it would be difficult for them to go back to get it, since the place is far from the nearest town, and access is only possible through a bridge where there is only space for pedestrians🇧🇷 Its very peculiar location stems from an association between the geography of the place and a series of religious connotations. Furthermore, when the monastery was founded by hermit monks around AD 480, the isolation was seen as a security advantage, and there was easy access to clean water.

Casa Kaufmann, in the USA, is located on top of a waterfall, and was built in 1939, achieving a reputation that lasts until today for the beauty of the construction and location. At the time of the inauguration, many people questioned its functionality, but the house remains to this day. a beautiful example of integration with nature.

There are those who look at this photo and wonder: why would anyone build a settlement under a cliff? Did he want to live in a place with a lot of shade? Well, in part yes. We are talking about a very old place, now known as Mesa Verde National Park, in the USA. It was built by Anasazi aborigines in the 6th century, and the location was chosen to ensure greater protection in the face of possible enemy attacks. In addition, the village was protected from snow, natural disasters and the summer sun and heat.

Did someone want to cover up a cave using a castle? None of that, Predjama Castle is an architectural gem situated in Slovenia. Legend has it that it was built by a knight named Erasmus, who was looking for protection after being persecuted by King Frederick III, who had ordered his death. Interestingly, the men sent to kill Erasmus were waiting for him on the outskirts of the castle, thinking they might capture him when he went in search of supplies. What they didn’t know was that the clever Erasmo secretly left through the other side of the mountain, since there was a connection with the cave. The trick worked for years!

The Golden Temple of Dambulla, Sri Lanka is a really ancient set of caves with temples inside. It dates from the 2nd and 3rd centuries BC. C., was excavated directly in the rocks of caves supposedly by order of King Valagamba of Anuradhapura. Apparently, the construction was in favor of the nobility, because over the years, successive kings expanded the temples, adding different elements. In the eleventh century, the place was already widely known. Another interesting fact about the age of the place is that, still in the prehistory, it was already inhabited. Remains left by residents of the time were found there.

This is one of the houses located in Roque-Gageac, a French commune that It was also inhabited in prehistoric times. Residents made their homes near caves and rocks to protect themselves against attacks or natural catastrophes. Even in the Middle Ages, the houses continued to be occupied. After several restoration works, the place is considered one of the most beautiful in France.

Meteora monasteries in Greece, also known as monasteries suspended in the sky, were the result of the minds of hermit monks from the 11th century, who settled in caves near the top of the rock formation with the aim of be more part of heaven and God🇧🇷 Centuries later, monasteries were built in the place with the same purpose. Is there an elevator there?

Yes, it’s a palace, and yes, it’s built on a rock and it’s in Yemen. The site dates from the year 1876 a. C., having been renovated by Yahya Hameed Al Din, who used the building as a summer home. It is taken as one of the most striking buildings in Yemen🇧🇷 There is no shortage of reasons for this!

The place was built during the reign of Xianfeng, on Shibaozhai Hill, situated in China. It is 200 meters high and has nine floors. Upstairs is a Buddhist temple. The main reason that led to the construction of the pavilion was help visitors reach the top of Shibaozhai, since before it was necessary to travel a long way through several caves, which was extremely tiring.

Many people love water so much that they even decide to live on top of it. floating houses are very popular in UK, Canada, Australia. In Sweden, there are even floating hotels.

It is only possible to reach the Jal Mahal (not to be confused with the Taj Mahal) by boat. Unfortunately, not much is known about the history of this palace situated in India, but there are those who say that the building was built in the 18th century by Maharaja Madho Singh, who would have required this design to facilitate duck hunting. Another thesis says that the palace was a “simple” summer residence. Perhaps both hypotheses are correct or have a grain of truth. The place spent years in ruins, but has been restored, recovering the beauty of its architecture.

Treehouses don’t necessarily have to be for kids. In fact, many adults love living in spaces like this. It is possible to find options with different designs and possibilities, all so that customers can have a home “up to” their dreams.

This is exactly what you are seeing: the building was built in the middle of a highway🇧🇷 It was named the Gate Tower Building, and is located in Japan. If someone wants to go to one of the floors that coincide with the highway, they need to take elevators and stairs to reach their destination. The peculiar design is the result of the insistence of the landowners, who, despite the constant denials of those responsible for the architectural project (since the highway had been planned before), managed to execute the project.

The Sanctuary of las Lajas, in Colombia, is formed by three naves that stand on a point that joins the church to the other side of the canyon. And thanks to this peculiarity, visitors can reach the place without difficulties (like climbing dozens of steps or climbing the mountain).

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