Rwanda's Komera centre ranked among 24 most beautiful buildings in the world #rwanda #RwOT

The list was compiled by British magazine Time Out.

Published at the end of last week, the ranking focused on buildings with remarkable history, exceptional architectural design, or unique features that make them stand out.

The building is located in Rwinkwavu Sector, Kayonza District.

The Kayonza-based structure was ranked 22nd. It earned its spot due to its distinctive architectural style, particularly the way its bricks are arranged to form patterns inspired by Imigongo, a traditional Rwandan art form.

The building is also praised for its versatility. It includes a multi-purpose space that can easily be transformed into a meeting room, classroom, or auditoriumâ€"all with minimal adjustment.

The Kayonza-based structure was ranked 22nd.

Most of the materials used to construct the building were locally sourced in Rwanda, and women and girls made up 40% of the workforce involved in the construction.

The design of the centre was done by BE_Design, a New York-based firm. The building was inaugurated in September 2022.

This isn't the first time the building has gained international recognition. In 2023, it was among the contenders for the prestigious Architizer A+Awards.

The Komera Leadership organisation, which built the centre, works to empower women and girls with skills and knowledge, aiming to improve their lives and impact their communities.

The building was inaugurated in September 2022.

Topping the Time Out list is the world-renowned Taj Mahal in India. It is followed by Hallgrímskirkja in Iceland, and Egypt's Pyramids in third place. Ad-Dayr in Petra, Jordan, ranks fifth.

The Fondation Louis Vuitton in France is in sixth place, while the Trinity College Library in Ireland comes in seventh.

8. Great Mosque of Djenné, Mali

9. Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, Iran

10. The Twist, Norway

11. Sagrada Família, Spain

12. Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, Bangladesh

13. Pantheon, Italy

14. Palmenhaus at Schönbrunn Palace, Austria

15. Bát Tràng Ceramic Community House, Vietnam

16. Museum at Eldridge Street, USA

17. Santuario de Las Lajas, Colombia

18. Museum of Old and New Art, Australia

19. Maggie's Centre, St James's Hospital, UK

20. Baháʼí Temple of South America, Chile

21. Futuna Chapel, New Zealand

22. Komera Leadership Centre, Rwanda

23. National Holocaust Monument, Canada

24. Enryaku-ji, Japan

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