Historical Old buildings in Europe: So Authentic and Unique!

What is the best part of Europe?

While Europe has everything for everyone, I am the most fascinated with its beautiful older historical buildings and castles, oozing rich history and European charm.

Old architectures and architectural styles of buildings in Europe

Some European buildings can be categorized by certain architectural styles. Keep in mind, I am only talking about old architectures  and older buildings here, as I am not really interested in modern architecture. 

The hall of Ambassadors in Royal Alcazar in Seville built in Mudéjar style.

Architectural use of azulejos in Spain. Picture of the Royal Alcazar de Sevilla, Spain.

Historic buildings in Europe

Some buildings are recognized as historic buildings of Europe. Like this one - the Colosseum in Rome.

The Colosseum - a famous historic building in Rome, one of the best European destinations! I loved visiting the Colosseum at night, when it's illuminated and pretty.

Other buildings haven't been officially recognized as historic buildings yet, but you can’t help but feel a connection to history and the way generation upon of generations of people lived their lives in that house before you!

Look at this incredible ancient house in Napoli and many additions in different architectural styles that were built over the centuries. And yet it's still standing and makes people happy!

Palaces and Castles in Europe

There are also many palaces and castles in Europe. They are the most impressive buildings in Europe and I am on a mission to see them all, eventually!

Here is Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal with Yellow and Lilac colored towers. Its architectural style is Romanesque Revival, or Neo-Manueline. It looks great from the outside.

Don't forget to visit the interior of the former Royal Palace, when visiting Sintra!

And here is the dramatic-looking Ovo Castle in Naples, France, built in Norman Architectural style.

Can you feel how it's oozing history? Can you imagine the battles it has seen?

Unusual buildings and structures in Europe

Europe, rich with different old architectural styles, has some very unusual-looking buildings and structures.

Like this multistory masonry spiral staircase structure in Regaleira Palace in Sintra, Portugal, called the Initiation Well. It leads to some underground tunnels.

Different architectural STYLES of churches in Europe

And of course, when I think about different old architectures in Europe, I should also mention churches. They interest me from an architectural point of view, and there are many either magnificent churches, exquisite or one of a kind.

This white old whitewashed church is standing at the end of a narrow alley in Cordoba, Spain. And it felt very special!

Or this beautiful SANTO ILDEFONSO church in Porto, Portugal, that was built in a proto-Baroque style.

But old buildings in Europe are not just pretty or stunning structures.

They also help us remember important things from the past like how people used to live and build things. These buildings are valuable for the history and culture they represent.

It's important to take care of them so we can keep our European heritage alive and teach future generations about our past. Old buildings are precious and should be passed down for people to enjoy and learn from.

If you would like to discover some other interesting destinations in Europe, check out my other blog.

There are many ways to get to those destinations. You can fly in, or you can take a train, or ride a comfortable bus; here is a review of major European bus companies.

Just be careful whom you are buying your tickets from: some can be tricky! Read my review of kiwi.com, for example.

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