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Posted in Texas Attractions, Sights & Landmarks January 09, 2017 by Katie Lawrence

One Of The Most Beautiful Buildings In The World Is Right Here In Texas

Texas is full of gorgeous architecture: the Williams Tower in Houston, Frost Bank Tower in Austin, and the star of this article, Fort Worth’s Kimbell Art Museum. Business Insider asked architects their opinions on the most beautiful buildings in the world, and this one right here in Texas made the list. It forever changed how museums use natural lighting to enhance the ambiance and accentuate the art exhibits, making it a modern masterpiece.

Designed by Louis I. Kahn, the museum is regarded as one of our modern world's most significant works of architecture.

A courtyard complete with several pools allows visitors to spend some time with their innermost thoughts and reflect on the exhibits they just saw.

Also in the courtyard is a grove of very methodically placed Holly trees that line the path leading into the building.

The museum itself is renowned for its vaulted gallery ceilings that bathe the rooms in a soft natural light. The vaults are inspired by those of ancient Rome and are definitely a sight to marvel at.

The first vault pictured is an open portico that houses the courtyard, so visitors can smoothly transition from the peaceful outdoors to the art galleries.

The exhibits are on the second floor so as to be directly underneath the heavenly glow shining through the skylights.

All in all, even if you aren't an art buff, everyone can appreciate the intention and intricacy of the Kimbell Art Museum and take away something valuable from a visit.

Have you ever been to this museum? For more architectural wonders in Texas, check out These 10 Pieces Of Architectural Brilliance In Texas That Could WOW Anyone.

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Katie Lawrence

Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing. Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.