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28.  Westminster Abbey, United Kingdom

The large mostly Gothic church Westminster Abbey is situated in Westminster, London, England just west of the famous Palace of Westminster.  It was once named the Collegiate Church of St. Peter at Westminster.  Unfortunately, it lost its official abbey or cathedral around 1560.
Once a Benedictine monastic church, it is now an official “Royal Peculiar” church that is responsible only to the sovereign.  It is the official burial site and coronation location for British monarchs.

27.  Catherine Palace, Russia

This stunning Rococo palace is situated in the city of Tsarskoye Selo which is less than 19 miles (30 kilometers) south of famous St. Petersburg.  It is one of the city’s main attractions too.  Indeed, this grandiose building was built in 1717 as a summer home for such Russian tsars as Catherine I.  On the roof you will see gleaming statues made of 100 kilograms of gold.  Veteran visitors can confirm that you must not miss the Amber Room.

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5 COMMENTS

  1. There are so much more buildings in the city of Liverpool in Uk, the Anglican cathedral, and in London the House of Parliament , so much Beauty and not on the list

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