The Illustrated Atlas of Architecture and Marvelous Monuments

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Mali, a country in North Africa, proudly houses the largest building made out of clay, which was completed in just one year. Neuschwanstein Castle required 465 tons of marble to be transported to the Alps for its construction. The Atomium in Brussels is home to Europe's longest escalators. The largest mosque in the world spans an area equivalent to 56 football fields. 

In the stunning pages of the Illustrated Atlas of Architecture and Marvelous Monuments, a world of awe-inspiring buildings and their fascinating stories is brought to life through illustrated maps and engaging factsheets.

Authors Sarah Tavernier and Alexandre Verhille, known for their expertise in showcasing extraordinary landmarks, have delved into the research of the longest bridges, tallest towers, and most remarkable cultural sites for this book. Exciting facts are intertwined with a diverse range of architectural styles, with material feats displayed on bold maps that provide a geographical context for these impressive structures.