Hachette India

501 Facts Factory: Amazing Buildings of the World

Edited By Sreelata Menon

Humans have not stopped building since they learned how to, and this book takes you on a fun, fact-packed tour of the architectural masterpieces and curiosities people have built over the centuries.

From ancient monuments to lofty modern marvels, from technical feats to the fabulously fanciful, and from rich royal residences to sacred spiritual spaces, Amazing Buildings of the World covers forts and castles, palaces and pavilions, temples and shrines, museums and libraries, lighthouses and clock towers, and many more unusual buildings that will make you go 'ooh' and 'aah'!

With bite-sized information and photographs, this wellresearched book gives you an entertaining peek into man-made structures worldwide. What are you waiting for? Step into the 501 Facts Factory to see a fascinating line-up of the most brilliant buildings ever.

Edited By Sreelata Menon

Sreelata Menon is an author, freelance writer and history buff, who shuttles between Gurugram and Bengaluru. With many children’s books to her credit, she especially enjoys introducing children to the rich cultural and historical heritage of our past. She believes that only through knowledge of their inherited legacy can children be inspired to make a viable future for themselves – like any building that stands tall, the foundation needs to be strong, firm and informed.