Top 7 Most Oldest Buildings of Ancient Times in the World

This article is about to take you to some of the ancient eras, which reflect the human potential regarding the great architecture it has created. Following are the top 7 oldest buildings of the world, and all are worth visiting once in life:

Thracian Tomb Of Kazanlak, Bulgaria

This ancient heritage is so old that it has been on the UNESCO’s list of protected World Heritage since 1979, to preserve it. It is located in the heart of Bulgaria in a town named Kazanlak. It is a tomb that consists of a long corridor with a burial chamber in circular shape both are adorned with ancient murals of a Thracian couple. This monument was constructed in the 4th century BCE.

Dhamek Stupa, India

As old as 500 CE, this Stupa was constructed in remembrance and to commemorate the teachings and activities of Buddha. This building was originally built by the great King Ashoka in 249BCE, but later it was replaced by Dhamek Stupa.

It is located at Sarnath which is almost 13 kilometers away from Uttar Pradesh India. It looks like a massive mound surrounded by huge stones. Near this site, there is also a pillar with the Ashoka’s edict being engraved over it. This pillar is, therefore, famous as “Ashoka’s pillar.”

Great Pyramid Of Giza, Egypt

Thinking of Egypt reminds you of three great Pyramids situated in the midst of the state. Whereas the great Pyramid of Giza is the oldest and largest pyramid, considered as one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

It was constructed during the reign of Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu in a time span of 10-20 years approximately. It was originally constructed 481 meters high and was classified as the tallest man-made building of that time.

 La Hougue Bie, Jersey

The historic building of La Hougue Bie of Jersey is regarded as the 2nd oldest building in the world. It was built in 3500 BC and later excavated in 1925. It is the site the largest and most preserved one in a whole of Western Europe. Much of its part was used during World War II and served as the lookout points or underground bunkers. This structure is almost 18.6 meters long and about 12.2 meters high.

Tumulus Of Bougon, France

The great Tumulus of Bougon is the oldest building in the world consisting of Five Neolithic barrows which are situated in Bougon, France. It was discovered and excavated in 1840 generating the interest of various scientists. Its origin dates back to the prehistoric era of 4800 BC, making it the most ancient building structure in the history of humanity.

Parthenon, Greece

Greek soil has served as the grounds for the world’s oldest civilization. The temple of the Parthenon is also one of the oldest architecture in the world which was constructed in 447BC when the Athenian empire has reached its peaks of power over Greece. It was constructed in the honor of the Maiden goddess of Greece, Athena. It is an emblem of an Athenian era and the transitions it had faced over the years.

Tarxien Temples, Malta

Temples of Tarxien is the 3rd most ancient building in the world. They are situated in Tarxien Malta. Constructed in 3150 BC now taken under the protection of UNESCO World Heritage. The whole structure consists of three separate temples attached to one another. Out of these, the first temple was built in 3100 BC, which is the oldest of all.