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30 Of The Most Interesting Historical Places Spotted Around The World, As Shared On This Twitter Page
Even when we live in a state of constant change, some things continue to have a firm foundation. We’re talking about interesting and stunning castles, monasteries, abandoned houses, and many more buildings that withstood the test of time and are in view to anyone who’s only willing to look.
You see, you don’t have to be Indiana Jones to track down these wonderful pieces of history. Before you even begin to study the dusty maps and pack your adventurer’s backpack, you can look at the most amazing architectural monuments from the comfort of your own home. So let us present to you the Interesting Old Places Twitter account. This page is the perfect place to show some love to the hundreds of centuries of human history that have produced some rather breathtaking treasures that continue to fascinate travelers to this day.
Get ready to take a deep dive into the past because Bored Panda has handpicked some of the most incredible pictures of old places this account had to offer. Upvote your favorite ones, let us know what you think, and be sure to share the architecture gems you know of right below in the comments!
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Virgil Blue 3 years ago
So essentially the same vampires with lots of fake ids throughout the centuries 😉
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Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
That looks absolutely stunning— like a scene straight out of a fairytale.
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Eagle Girl 3 years ago
OMIGOSH!!! I saw this on a 1-hour virtual tour of Prague through 'Prague City Adventures'. Even virtual it's amazing to see live. If you're seeing this Pavla, Thank you Again!!
Krásnoočko Zelené 3 years ago
It's astronomical as well, not just astrological (it was kind of the same subject back then)
everyone's favorite person 3 years ago
only the citizens of kurtistown will catch that reference 😔
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Griselle Lugo 3 years ago
Magic! I visited the Old Town Prague in 2018 and took like a thousand pictures and videos of this clock. I'll never forget how impressive it is!!
Marek Čtrnáct 3 years ago (edited)
I wonder... Maybe the fact that I live in Prague and can see the clock whenever I want (but don't because, meh, effort) made me insensitive to its wonders?
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The Scout 3 years ago
So does most of the town - which, by the way, produces a lot of excellent white wines.
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Sarah Brown 3 years ago
It looks like it's backing up from the house in front of it lol like "oh no not this guy again"
Ever since Interesting Old Places joined the Twittersphere in October 2021, the project has amassed quite the follower count. More than 71K devoted fans observe the page and get invited to “enjoy the account and pictures of some amazing old places.” Once you look at these stunning photos, it’s no wonder why the account keeps on growing.
The creator shares captivating images that call forth a feeling of adventure, discovery of lost treasures and mysteries hiding behind the centuries-old walls. The founder also states they do not own any content posted on the account, and they welcome anyone who wants to share information about the photographers and give credit where credit is due. Plus, if you have any questions about the history of the building featured on the page, they leave all the necessary information in the captions, so it’s easy to look it up.
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MarmotArchivist 3 years ago
Despite beeing a overcrowded tourist trap nowadays, it's an awesome place, from the stunning architecture to the marvelous landscape. So I would absolutely recommend it as a travel destination.
Rachel W B 3 years ago
I love Mont Saint michel. And the whole Normandy coast. The oysters,,,oh my,,,,the oysters 💖💖
Louisa johnson 3 years ago
Julian how did you add this photo to comments please, I would like to share some as well x
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Corona, is it you? (For those who don’t know, Corona is the name of the kingdom in Tangled)
Richard Black 3 years ago
Wow. Who knew medieval princes were predicting global warming and rising sea levels?
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Tomáš Houdek 3 years ago
Be sure to get really good anti mosquito spray. I've been there in May, it was amazing but really clouds of mosquitoes
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Moezzzz 3 years ago
Which is probably destroyed by that a*****e PUTO (I know his name, I just don't want to say it)
Kristin Ingersoll 3 years ago
It's located in Klevan, which is in the western part of Ukraine. I hope it survives. Lovely.
Forrest McCanless 3 years ago
We have a much-loved one in our little town, but it's all to be removed as that old road is widened for a LARGE AIRPLANE MANUFACTURER TO BUILD A FACILiTY!!!!!!!!!!!! Hell.
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Helen Witten 3 years ago
To me it's astounding how a structure like that could even be built on a site like that.
Standing in front of historic buildings can provide you with a tangible link with the past. As you’re scrolling down and turning back the pages of time, you’ll notice just how mesmerizing these historical architecture gems are. You’ll probably also realize how important it is to protect them so that future generations could show the same amount of appreciation as you do right now.
Think about any ancient structure you ever had the pleasure to visit — there are likely very few surviving examples of its kind. And while they can make anyone awe-struck by having centuries of history reflected on their facades, they may begin to look very unappealing over time. That’s why preserving historic buildings is a key part of keeping communities connected with their past. Heritage planning and policy advisor Marvin Thomas explained to Toronto Star that the best method to ensure the longevity of a historic structure would be to utilize it by finding a purpose for it.
“The best way to preserve a historic building is to ensure it can continue to be used in some fashion. There are some very good museums and interpretive centers that historic buildings are being used for, but not every historic building can be a museum. It’s important to find other kinds of uses for them,” he explained.
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Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
We have so many picturesque churches in Scotland— I miss my home country. If you visit Edinburgh or Glasgow, I highly recommend a trip to Roslyn chapel.
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Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
Stunning photograph with the mirrored reflection. Japan is definitely in my top travel destinations. I would love to go during cherry blossom season or in autumn when the leaves are turning.
Kaila Sterland 3 years ago
The temple of the moon - there are two one of the moon and one of the sun
Marek Čtrnáct 3 years ago
I was there. We stayed at an onsen in the mountains for a few days. I asked the owner what the name Matsumoto means. Apparently, it's "origin/source of pines". I was glad we haven't visited Kumamoto...
Rand0m_Cat 3 years ago
I've always wanted to go to Japan. I even started learning Japanese recently.
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Mathieu Brouwers 3 years ago
In a fortified environment these are no towers but casamatte, houses of dead. Ment to kill everyone who tries to enter without permission.
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MagicalUnicorn 3 years ago
this looks like awesome to live but heating bills must be hell to pay
Axlemunshine 001 3 years ago
His Lordship: "Ah, the good old times, when we could burn peasants to stay warm!"
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Barbara Forshee 3 years ago
I didn't realize they could text in 860 AD. Would love to see that phone.
While sometimes it might be used for the intent for which it was originally built, that is rarely the case. “There are lots of examples of historic buildings being used for new things, like condos for example, or perhaps other types of housing. The architectural character of these buildings often makes them popular for things like restaurants or retail shops or professional services,” he said and added that the process of making a building functional for contemporary use and preserving its heritage features at the same time is called adaptive reuse.
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Caro Caro 3 years ago
A bastion fort or trace italienne (a phrase derived from non-standard French, literally meaning Italian outline) is a fortification in a style that evolved during the early modern period of gunpowder when the cannon came to dominate the battlefield. It was first seen in the mid-fifteenth century in Italy. Some types, especially when combined with ravelins and other outworks, resembled the related star fort of the same era. The design of the fort is normally a polygon with bastions at the corners of the walls. These outcroppings eliminated protected blind spots, called "dead zones", and allowed fire along the curtain from positions protected from direct fire. Many bastion forts also feature cavaliers, which are raised secondary structures based entirely inside the primary structure. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bastion_fort#:~:text=Yedikule%2C%20which%20was%20built%20in,oldest%20known%20star%2Dshaped%20fortification.
Kim Lorton 3 years ago
Thank you! I love history and learning things like this!
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Ales Cefera 3 years ago
A town near Venice, Italy (Palmanova) has a similar shape. Palmanova-...51-png.jpg 
Stephanie Austin 3 years ago
Been there 4 times to participate in a battle reenactment. Going there again in June. I love Bourtange - we have made friends with some of the people that live in the fort
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Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
I miss my country terribly! I highly recommend a visit to Scotland especially if you love history, architecture, the great outdoors, and sightseeing. Edinburgh castle is a wonderful place to visit— it may not be cheap, but I still be it’s highly worth it for all the history. Be sure to see the one o’clock gun get fired off as well.
stacyh 3 years ago
I’ve only been once but Scotland is my absolute favorite place on earth. I go back next year and can’t wait! I didn’t find it to be terribly expensive when I visited thankfully. But any amount of money to visit is worth it. Such a gorgeous place.
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Dan Padgett 3 years ago
Has a lot of cool stuff to see inside for tourists. If you have the time, go have a look.
Apachebathmat 3 years ago
This place is amazing, history lessons on every turn, if you get a chance to go, make sure you do
Joy Hunter 3 years ago
If you are lucky enough to attend the Edinburgh arts festival, try to get tickets for the Tattoo. The sound of a single bagpipe playing "Amazing Grace" in the pitch dark is one you'll never forget.
M Calad 3 years ago
When I was 17 yo, I lived in Dublin for a year for an exchange student program. For my first holidays in Europe, I decided to try a backpacking trip from Edinburgh to Madrid. I still remember when I got to Edinburgh city centre and saw this huge castle there in the middle of town. I was speechless, breathless. It was just so magnificient! Never in my life had I seen something like that! I sat on a bench to admire it. This was more than 20 years ago and it still gives me chills when I remember how I felt when I saw this castle.
Nazda Pokmov 3 years ago
Can you imagine trying to climb up that steep wall to invade the castle? me neither
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Benita Valdez 3 years ago
Wow. Thank you for posting. I had actually visited there several years ago; pretty awesome to see the aerial view
Anne McKinney 3 years ago
Sorry but I would hate it there. Not a tree or living thing in site. Can't see they sky. Darkened streets. Shudder.
Bobbie Burgund 3 years ago
LIVED IN SPAIN 1975-1978, WENT TO PLAZA MAYOR MANY, MANY TIMES FOR THE FESTIVITIES THEY HAD GOING ON, INCLUDING NEW YEARS EVE'S "EATING OF THE GRAPES". SUCH GOOD "TOSCAS" TO ENJOY.
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Kracken 3 years ago
It is a stunning building, this photo is good but doesn't do the building justice, the light that streams through the huge stained glass windows is breathtaking
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
To this day I still believe that the interior of the Sagrada Familia has to be one of the most gorgeous things I’ve seen. If you go close to sunset, the sunlight will filter through all the stained glass windows and light up the church with multicoloured light. It is magical.
Annnnd We’re Officially In Reverse 3 years ago
This photo doesn't even begin to do this building justice, I have at least 100 photos of it and none even come close. Indescribable, and stunning in every way.
Petra Biedermann 3 years ago
Omg, how much good could all the money have done ....education, housing etc.
One of the main motivations behind finding a use for a historic building is to generate income for it. “Without generating any type of revenue or income, it can be very expensive just to freeze a building in time and keep it as a museum piece as opposed to keeping it as a functioning viable building in a community.”
He continued: “It’s not like building a new building [or] doing a straight-on renovation of a non-historic building. The biggest thing is that certain architectural pieces of the building really express and embody and create the character of that building. So when you’re doing that renovation, you’ll have to take care to preserve those. So balancing the functional needs of a contemporary building with the building’s heritage and character is the biggest challenge. That and building code requirements.”
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Furgus McGurgus 3 years ago
Great thing about mosques is that no-one wears shoes in them. All those people walking around in their socks means that the floor polishes itself! :)
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Dan Padgett 3 years ago
The grand mosque in Abu Dhabi is also stunning. Worth a trip if anyone is over there.
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Axlemunshine 001 3 years ago
Situated in the province of Segovia, built in the 15th century by the Alonso De Fonseca y Avellaneda, but using a Moorish architect. Constructed with special hardened bricks, capable of withstanding siege damage.
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
I have been to the Spain multiple times, and I still haven’t visited this lovely castle.
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Caro Caro 3 years ago
France has many beautiful old buildings that are abandoned. It's a shame but too expensive for many families to live there. Imagine the cost of maintaining that building, heating, you name it. And dusting and vacuuming ;)
Pat Bond 3 years ago
Quite a few Brits buy these old chateau's, spend a fortune on restoration and then use them as wedding venues and other functions. Check out "Escape to the Chateau" very successful program following a couple who've done just that, I think their one has around 45 rooms and a moat. Interesting watch. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWnp1DApesw
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K- THULU 3 years ago
I may be weird but neglected buildings like this are way more beautiful than if it was well kept
jknbt jknbt 3 years ago
don't the Frenchies have their own version of the british National Trust? They should take over this gem, restore it, and preserve it...
Vicky Zar 3 years ago
If it is anything like Germany, then there are too many such buildings for the trust to handle
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If I had the money, I'd love to restore places like this. Just for the experience of seeing them come back to life.
Kerstin P. 3 years ago
Where exactly is this building? And is it actually abandoned, or who is the owner or responsible contact person?
Joy Hunter 3 years ago
Sorry, that's University of SOUTHERN California, a private university with one location. The University of California is a great public university with 9 locations throughout the state. Pandas may not care, but Cal Bears and USC Trojans will!
Moreover, there are plenty of benefits for the communities as well. Thomas explained that besides the obvious economic advantages, “they also have strong cultural and social values, they help connect us to the past and help tell a story of how our communities change and developed over the years.”
“We also shouldn’t forget the environmental benefits of repurposing buildings. A lot of energy and materials went into their construction, so as long as they can be used it’s better than sending them to the landfill,” he added.
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molshree ambastha 3 years ago
There are more Indian temples with marvelous architecture and older than most of the architecture mentioned here in the post
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The Scout 3 years ago
"A bit of sandblasting" probably would have the building crumbled to the ground. Maintaining a building of this age and magnitude is a very complex task. There is a kind of chief custodian with the title of "Dombaumeister" ("Master of Cathedral Building"), who, together with a team of staticians, archaeologists, architects, stone masons and conservation specialists, manages this kind of things. As this has been a work in progress since the 13th century, it is up to debate if the cathedral really was ready in 1880, or if it is still being built.
Monique Reed 3 years ago
It's amazing that it looks like this. It was heavily damaged in WWII and intensive, carefully researched reconstruction has been needed to return it to anything resembling its former glory.
Otto Maddox 3 years ago
I was on Domplatz so many times, and then later I brought my son to the bell up near the top. We foolishly arrived on Rosenmontag, but also happily.
Peter Korsten 3 years ago
The cathedral is located smack bang next to one of the most important railway stations in Germany, which was a prime target during WW2. Allied bombers actually tried to spare it (it still got hit several times), and if you look at photos of Cologne after the war, you see utter devastation, with only the Dom sticking out, pretty much unscathed. The Romanesque churches of Cologne were not so lucky, though.
Annnnd We’re Officially In Reverse 3 years ago
Imagine creating the plans for something so incredible and never seeing it come to fruition
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Stijn Cornelis 3 years ago
Seriously?! That's a picture of the "Phantom Manor" attraction at Disneyland Paris... The house itself is inspired by the Fourth Ward School in Virginia City, Nevada.
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Eva Bryson 3 years ago
And then you have the graffiti and dirty bottom white stones. Looses its appeal.
After all, it’s important to preserve and save these old places full of culture and heritage, and carry them with us into the future. As Swiss architect Mario Botta once said, “Memory and history should be the absolute priorities for architects as the source of inspiration for new architecture. But today, so many people forget the past. It is unfortunate.”
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Vicky Zar 3 years ago
I always loves the open middle parts. Way to ensure every room gets enough sunlight.
Labellesouris 3 years ago
That's why I love Moroccan buildings! The homes are built around open air courtyards...fabulous
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Kristin Ingersoll 3 years ago
It made me think of a wasp nest. Incredible.
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Elizabeth Elliot 3 years ago
It's astonishingly beautiful but the photo makes it look a bit 'Stranger Things"
Boredest Panda 3 years ago
I feel like it wants to eat something… or someone
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Nazda Pokmov 3 years ago
Wonder what the rest of the place looks like....they only always show the ceiling
SoulSurfer 3 years ago
This is what you see on DMT and these shapes come from psychedelic trips.
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Joy Hunter 3 years ago
I certainly hope these are apartments. Imagine living there and seeing that sunrise/sunset every day.
RoseTheMad 3 years ago
...nice architecture but it's hardly historical as the title of this post says.
Hot dog with Beans 3 years ago
Is that even one building at that point the farthest down points are like crawl spaces
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Liz Siemens 3 years ago
I was gonna say it reminds me of Luna Lovegood's house!
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Hot dog with Beans 3 years ago
Imagine going to church there like it looks like its nowhere near anywhere so people were probably hiking through snow to go to church like I can see why it was abandoned
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Memaw Mitch 3 years ago
I always wonder why these houses are abandoned. If I came across something like this and had the money to renovate...
GoddessOfChaos 3 years ago
The money, that’s the exact reason. A lot of these places are really old and already in bad shape, it would cost an arm and a leg to fix up and a lot to maintain, sadly. Kinda wish I was rich enough to renovate things like this…
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DrNefariousMcFarious 3 years ago
Here is more info on this place. So much bigger than I thought. https://www.abandonedspaces.com/castle/castle-hogemeyer.html
Ruhrpottyakuza 3 years ago
No, sorry, it's not Kasteel Hogemeyer but Château de Noisy aka Château Miranda and it has been demolished.
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Axlemunshine 001 3 years ago
Welcome to Little Arkham, your favourite bijoux asylum, that caters for all your needs.
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
Daily ice baths and shock treatments just steps away from your private, padded suite!
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Moezzzz 3 years ago
Should say Williamson COUNTY. And it actually looks better than this pic. It's brick and pretty big!
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Hot dog with Beans 3 years ago
That is the smallest jail I have ever seen it looks like a larger house like are there to prisoners held there
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Robert T 3 years ago
Varosha is the southern quarter of the Famagusta. I've actually seen it from a boat before the border re-opened to allow tourists into Northern Cyprus. Before that the only way in was from Turkey. Whole families were split up as a result of the invasion, and have only just been able to see one another in the last few years.
GoddessOfChaos 3 years ago
I’m Cypriot, and this is so sad. Thousands of people were driven from their homes here and lost everything during the invasion in 1974. Today it’s still occupied and you’re not really allowed to visit…
Natalia A 3 years ago
There is no 'Northern Cyprus'. It has been illegally occupied by Turkey which committed war crimes and human rights violations during, and since its invasion of Cyprus in 1974.
DrNefariousMcFarious 3 years ago
mystery of the abandoned on discovery channel has done a segment on it and it's history
T Lee Mac 3 years ago
Mystery of the Abandoned is a great show. I love the places it goes to and the info it provides.
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GoddessOfChaos 3 years ago
As a Cypriot, I can tell you, no, you’ll get shot on site or arrested, so your forever will be rather short…
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Mistralok 3 years ago
The Turks invaded Cyprus in 1974. They stalled out, but didn't entirely leave. This is a "no man's zone" now.
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Fitz_N_Fartz 3 years ago
Abandoned? Me thinks that was many, many decades ago, as it must be on the verge of disappearing into a heap of rubble now!
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Mick Craig 3 years ago
That building may be many things, but 'in Mont St Michel' is not one of them.
Loki’s Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
This is incorrectly captioned. This is the green wall (pared verde) next to the famous Prado museum and across from the Royal Botanic gardens in Madrid, Spain. It was part of the Caixa Forum architecture project: https://landezine.com/caixa-forum-green-wall/
Ole Peder Amrud Hagen 3 years ago
This is from the Caixa Forum in Madrid, by Herzog & deMeuron.
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Rhon Young 3 years ago
Have seen many of these before. From comments some of the place names were incorrect.
Bethany Heller 3 years ago
I think my favorite part of architecture pieces is the people in the comments who provide additional information. Cool facts, thanks! (Especially thanks to you @Abhinc, I noticed you did a lot)
Justbeeme 3 years ago
Can anybody explajn me why BP shortens Lists? Esspecali here it make no sense? From 33 to 30?! Even if its form 120 to 20. If i wouldnt want to read so much, i m old enough to not read it! But it sucks that i read a list like 20 an then bumm it was shortend, I click read all, and then the Sequenz is canged.
Eagle Girl 3 years ago
When 1st posted all the pix are avail. Then it shortens, based on votes, to a "Click" number like 30, 50 etc. Alot of times the lower posts aren't as good but if you're enjoying a post & want more you have the choice to continue.
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Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago
Pretty pictures of buildings but definitely read the comments sections.
Rhon Young 3 years ago
Have seen many of these before. From comments some of the place names were incorrect.
Bethany Heller 3 years ago
I think my favorite part of architecture pieces is the people in the comments who provide additional information. Cool facts, thanks! (Especially thanks to you @Abhinc, I noticed you did a lot)
Justbeeme 3 years ago
Can anybody explajn me why BP shortens Lists? Esspecali here it make no sense? From 33 to 30?! Even if its form 120 to 20. If i wouldnt want to read so much, i m old enough to not read it! But it sucks that i read a list like 20 an then bumm it was shortend, I click read all, and then the Sequenz is canged.
Eagle Girl 3 years ago
When 1st posted all the pix are avail. Then it shortens, based on votes, to a "Click" number like 30, 50 etc. Alot of times the lower posts aren't as good but if you're enjoying a post & want more you have the choice to continue.
Load More Replies... Kimi Tomminello 3 years ago
Pretty pictures of buildings but definitely read the comments sections.
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