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Amazing Hawaiian architecture: 25 must-see buildings

USA TODAY

Saint Benedict's Roman Catholic Church, or The Painted Church as it is commonly known, was built between 1899-1902 under the direction of the Belgian Catholic missionary Father John Velghe, who then painted frescoes along the interior ceiling and walls. St. Benedict's continues to be an active Roman Catholic church in the Diocese of Honolulu, vicariate of West Hawaii, holding five masses per week. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is open to the public for viewing seven days a week.

USA TODAY Travel and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) are teaming up to help travelers find the best buildings in America. We asked AIA chapters nationwide to name 25 structures visitors to their state should see. These architects and design professionals also share their perspective on why these buildings, monuments and gardens are so significant.

Tour noteworthy buildings as recommended by AIA Honolulu in the carousel above, such as the Painted Church, former palaces for the royal family of Hawaii, and even an IBM building designed to look like a punch card for a computer. And then come back each month as we crisscross the country in search of amazing architecture.

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