İstanbul, Turkey
İstanbul, Turkey Photo by Engin Yapici on Unsplash

Every city tells a story through its buildings, streets, and public spaces. For those of you who speak the language of arches, columns, and facades, we’ve rounded up some cities that are a testament to human creativity across eras.

Florence, Italy

The birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is home to masterpieces like Brunelleschi’s Duomo and the Palazzo Vecchio. Each corner of this city sings praises of its artistic legacy.

Barcelona, Spain

The surreal works of Antoni Gaudí, especially the still-unfinished Sagrada Família, make Barcelona a modernist’s dream. The city’s streets are a kaleidoscope of styles from Gothic to Modernist.

Chicago, USA

Known for pioneering the skyscraper, Chicago’s skyline is an architectural marvel. The city offers a mix of historic and contemporary designs, with iconic structures like the John Hancock Center and Aqua Tower.

Istanbul, Turkey

Straddling two continents, Istanbul showcases Byzantine wonders such as Hagia Sophia, alongside elegant Ottoman mosques like the Blue Mosque.