Many Counties in the game feature slots for Special Buildings. This is in addition to any Building or Duchy Building slot that the county may have. Each County in the game only has 1 Special Building.
One of the following grants at most +1 Special building slot:
- Barony is a holy site
- Barony is the site of a historical building
- Barony is the site of a mine
- Barony is the site of a university
Holy buildings
Generic holy buildings
Holy buildings can only be constructed in a Faith's holy sites by Feudal or Clan Rulers and provide powerful bonuses. All holy buildings require 1000 
Gold and 6 years to be completed.
| Building | Holding effects | County effects | Realm effects | Religion | Description |
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Grand Cathedral
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+2 Monthly Tax
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 Christian
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The Holy Site in this area attracts Christian pilgrims from all around the known world. The grand cathedral is not just a marvel of engineering and beauty, but also a safe haven for travelers and a prestigious monument to its sponsor. |
Grand Mosque
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+2 Monthly Tax
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 Muslim
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The Holy Site in this area is a popular destination for devout pilgrims. The grand mosque gives them a place to pray, rest and pay homage before continuing their journey. Its beautiful domes and great intricate spires signal the greatness of god for all to see. |
Grand Temple
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+1 Monthly Tax
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 Pagan
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The Holy Site in this area attracts the faithful in droves. The grand temple is covered in ornate carvings displaying heroic deeds by gods and demi-gods alike. Massive bonfires send plumes of smoke upwards to the gods themselves, with holy men administering blessings to all who venerate the spirits. |
Grand Temple
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+2 Monthly Tax
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 Buddhist, Hindu or Jain
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The Holy Site in this area attracts scores of humble pilgrims seeking to cleanse their souls. The grand temple is covered from foundation to spire with statues and idols to the gods, retelling ancient legends and the lifes of noble prophets. |
Grand Temple
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+2 Monthly Tax
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All others | The Holy Site in this area is a meeting point for the devout and dedicated. The grand temple stands as a noble tribute to the higher powers, its walls and domes smoothed and painted in resplendent colors that honor the divine. |
Unique holy buildings
| Building | Holding effects | County effects | Realm effects | Barony | Required innovation | Enabled | Description |
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Buddhas of Bamiyan
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Bamiyan | Always constructed | Eastern Religion | Carved out of the mountainside, the massive Buddhas of Bamian loom over any visitors. While the area surrounding them is no longer the thriving center of Buddhist learning as it once was, there's still numerous Buddhist pilgrims and scholars visiting the statues. A shrewd Eastern ruler might even be able to pull a profit from the pilgrims, in addition to gaining some personal insights. | |
Canterbury Cathedral
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+3 Monthly Tax
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Canterbury | Always constructed | Christian Religion or Holy Site | Augustine, Roman missionary and later archbishop, built the Canterbury Cathedral after choosing the town as his center for the episcopal see in Kent. This new cathedral revived the importance of the city, granting it authority over the English church. |
Great Mosque of Mecca
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+3 Monthly Tax
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Mecca | Always constructed | Holy Site | The Great Mosque of Mecca is a massive and ancient structure whose walls surround the holy Kaaba. Many great Sultans have expanded upon the mosque and its surroundings since its construction. Every Muslim is supposed to visit this site when on the Hajj. |
Great Mosque of Samarra
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Samarra | Always constructed | Islamic Religion | The Great Mosque of Samarra was completed in AD 851 by the Abbasid caliph Al-Mutawakkil, who reigned in Samarra. Its most prominent feature is the Malwiya Tower, a magnificent spiral minaret, which towers towards the skies at an impressive height. | |
Mahabodhi Temple
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+3 Monthly Tax
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Gaya | Always constructed | Holy Site | The Mahabodhi Temple marks the location where the Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment. The site is a significant destination for pilgrimage by both Buddhists and Hindus. The construction of the temple was started around the year 200 by Emperor Ashoka, and has since been improved and restored multiple times. |
Imam Ali Mosque
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+3 Monthly Tax
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An-Najaf | Always constructed | Holy Site | The Imam Ali Mosque houses the tomb of Ali, cousin of Muhammad and the first Shi'ite Imam after him. Thousands of pilgrims come to pay tribute each year, greeted by the magnificent green dome of the mosque. |
Shwedagon Pagoda
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+2 Monthly Tax
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Dagon | Always constructed | Eastern Religion | The Shwedagon Pagoda is a sacred Buddhist stupa built by the Mon people around the year 500. It houses many famous relics, such as the staff of Kakusandha, the water filter of Koṇāgamana, a piece of the robe of Kassapa, and eight strands of hair from the head of Gautama. |
The Friday Mosque
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+50% Level of Devotion impact
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Isfahan | Always constructed | Islamic Religion, Zoroastrian Religion or Holy Site | The Friday Mosque, or the Jameh Mosque of Esfahan, was built during the Umayyad dynasty. It is said that the Caliph personally made one of the pillars in the mosque. Before becoming a mosque, it is said that it used to be a house of worship for Zoroastrians. | |
The Great Mosque of Cordoba
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+3 Monthly Tax
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Cordoba | Always constructed | Islamic Religion, Christian Religion or Holy Site | The Great Mosque of Cordoba was erected after the Islamic Conquest of the Visigothic Kingdom, upon the foundation of a Christian church. Originally the site was shared, with both Muslims and Christians using it, but the Christian half was eventually purchased and demolished to make room for the Grand Mosque. |
| The Prophetic Mosque
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Al-Madina | Always constructed | Islamic Religion or Holy Site | The Prophetic Mosque, or the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, is an open-air style mosque established by the prophet Muhammad himself. It was one of the first mosques that he constructed, and the site was close to where he had his residence. | |
Brihadeeswarar Temple
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Tanjavur |
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Eastern Religion | The Brihadeeswarar Temple is dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva and is one of the largest South Indian temples built in the ornate Dravidian architectural style. The name of the temple is a Sanskrit composite word that roughly translates as "Temple of the Great Lord Shiva. | |
Temple City
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+1.5 Monthly Tax
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Chanderi |
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Eastern Religion | The Khajuraho temples are dedicated to the coexistence between Hindus and Jains, where their diverse religious views are celebrated. The temple walls are covered with intricate art and sculptures, making the place truly resplendent and attractive to pilgrims and scholars alike. |
| Ananda Temple
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+3 Monthly Tax
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Pagan | None | Eastern Religion | While Pagan has thousands of pagodas, temples, and shrines littered throughout the city and the surrounding plains, the Ananda Temple stands as a crowning achievement among them. The perfectly dimensioned structure contains many unique plaques and stone images. It is a place of worship and a center of learning to educate the people in religious ethos. |
| Cologne Cathedral
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+2 Monthly Tax
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Cologne | Crop Rotation | Christian Religion or Holy Site | The Cologne Cathedral houses the relics of the Three Kings, which draw the attention of pilgrims from all over the Christian world. The cathedral is built using Gothic architecture and is richly adorned with spires and intricate details. |
Great Mosque of Djenne
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Jenne-Jeno | None | Islamic Religion or Holy Site | The Great Mosque of Djenne stands on the bank of the Bani River. Constructed entirely out of mudbrick it requires a lot of care, which the faithful are more than willing to provide. Every year, large gatherings of people converge to repair and improve the mosque. | |
Notre-Dame
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+2 Monthly Tax
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Paris | Windmills | Christian Religion | Also known as 'Our Lady of Paris,' this magnificent cathedral is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Constructed in the Gothic style, it impresses with numerous statues and enormous colorful rose windows.
On the outside, the cathedral is covered with sculptures vividly retelling biblical stories, allowing even illiterate peasants to understand the glory of God! |
University building
University buildings are Special buildings that specialize in providing Lifestyle experience to its holders.
Generic university
Unless already built, one can build a university through the 
Found University decision, costing 
150 威望 and requiring the following:
成年人- 是有地统治者
在旅行
威望等级至少为高贵之人
完全控制下列男爵领之一，且它尚未拥有特殊建筑槽，所在的伯爵领发展度等级至少为30：
至低为公爵
| Building | County effects | Realm effects | Location | Description |
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University
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A university is a place of higher learning, reserved for those of good standing and wealth who are deemed worthy enough. It attracts scholars and scientists who debate, study, scribe, and ultimately pool their knowledge within its walls. |
Unique universities
| Building | County effects | Realm effects | Barony | Requirements | Description |
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Al-Azhar University
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Cairo |
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A university is a place of higher learning, reserved for those of good standing and wealth who are deemed worthy enough. It attracts scholars and scientists who debate, study, scribe, and ultimately pool their knowledge within its walls.
The Al-Azhar University is named in honor of Fatimah, the daughter of Muhammad, who was often called 'al-Zahra' (the Luminous). |
House of Wisdom
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Baghdad | Always constructed | The House of Wisdom contains a vast collection of books, and the scribes therein work tirelessly both day and night to translate even more great works of literature. The sources vary from Greek, Persian, Indian and many more — truly, it contains the entire world's knowledge! A shining beacon of human knowledge! And comfortably far from the illiterate horsemen of the steppe... |
Nalanda University
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Pataliputra | Always constructed | A university is a place of higher learning, reserved for those of good standing and wealth who are deemed worthy enough. It attracts scholars and scientists who debate study, scribe, and ultimately pool their knowledge within its walls.
The Nalanda University is an important seat of Vedic scholarship and attracts studens from as far away as Tibet and China. |
The University of Sankoré
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Tirakka |
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A university is a place of higher learning, reserved for those of good standing and wealth who are deemed worthy enough. It attracts scholars and scientists who debate, study, scribe, and ultimately pool their knowledge within its walls.
The University of Sankoré, which started out as a Mosque, transformed into a center of learning after acquiring a wealth of books from traveling merchants. |
The University of Siena
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Siena | Decision
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A university is a place of higher learning, reserved for those of good standing and wealth who are deemed worthy enough. It attracts scholars and scientists who debate, study, scribe, and ultimately pool their knowledge within its walls.
The University of Siena and the maestri who serve within are entirely funded by taxes from Siena itself, more specifically a tax imposed on those who rents rooms to its students. |
Historical buildings
Historical buildings are unique historical buildings, both ancient and those built during the middle ages which have to be constructed, located in predetermined Baronies on the map. Some historical buildings are represented with 3D models on the map. Some historical buildings may disable if its holder does not have a certain faith.
| Building | Holding effects | County effects | Realm effects | Barony | Required innovation | Enabled | Description |
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Aurelian Walls
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Rome | Always constructed |
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The Aurelian Walls were built during the reign of the Roman Emperors Aurelian and Probus. To this day they provide formidable defense, completely enclosing the seven hills of Rome. |
Doge's Palace
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Venezia | Always constructed | Republican Government | The Doge's Palace acts as the residence for the government of the Republic of Venice. An impressive structure, it houses multiple chambers dedicated to things such as the Council, Senate, administration, and justice. | |
Hadrian's Wall
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−10% Building Construction Gold Cost
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Bebbanburg Carleol Hexham Whitehaven |
Always constructed |
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Hadrian's Wall was built during Roman times to keep the northern Picts out of the province of Britannia. Nowadays it serves no defensive purpose, but the stones make for a cheap and convenient source of building material! | ||
Iron Pillar of Delhi
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Indraprastha | Always constructed |
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The mighty Iron Pillar of Delhi stands as a symbol to the glory of King Chandragupta II, though subsequent rulers have also etched their names into it. Despite having stood for a long time, there's no trace of rust – a testament to the skill of Indian ironsmiths! | |
Offa's Dyke
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 +2 Defender Advantage
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Chester Clifford Clun Gloucester Hereford Shrewsbury Wigmore |
Always constructed |
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Offa's Dyke, which is a long ditch flanked by a wall of earth, was constructed by the Anglo-Saxon king of Mercia to defend the border towards Wales. This raised earthwork offers an advantage to whoever stands on the side of the wall, as any attackers have to fight an uphill battle from the ditch. | ||
Palace of Aachen
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+0.2 Monthly Development
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Aachen | Always constructed |
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The Palace of Aachen was chosen by Charlemagne to be the center of power of the Carolingian Empire. It served a both political and religious purpose, and is still an excellent place for hosting important gatherings. | |
Petra
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+0.8 Monthly Tax
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Baidha-Petra | Always constructed |
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The city of Petra is a true wonder of the ancient world. Carved directly out of naturally occuring rose-tinted rock, the city stands as a curiosity that intrigues even the mightiest sultan. | |
The Colosseum
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 −10% Building Construction Time
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−5% Army Maintenance
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Rome | Always constructed |
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The Colosseum is one of the largest amphitheaters ever built and has hosted countless spectacles such as gladiatorial combat, animal hunts and even reconstructed sea battles. Its construction was started by the Roman emperor Vespasian in AD 72 and was completed in AD 80 under his successor, Titus.
Despite its vibrant history, its primary use today is for harvesting marble and bronze for use elsewhere. | |
The Pyramids
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+0.1 Monthly Development
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Gizeh | Always constructed |
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The pyramids, most prominently the one of Cheops, stand as wonders of the ancient world. Vast and impressive, they enhance the image of any ruler who controls them. | |
Theodosian Walls
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Constantinople | Always constructed |
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The Theodosian Walls were built during the reign of Emperor Theodosius II in the early 5th century, but they still remain some of the most formidable fortifications built by human hands. |
Walls of Genoa
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Genoa | Always constructed |
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The Walls of Genoa were built in the 9th century after the city was granted significant autonomy. The walls, together with the protection of the coastline, allow the area to develop and prosper. | |
Iron Pillar of Dhar
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Dhara |
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The Iron Pillar of Dhar is constructed from the molten-down arms of an entire army. The craftsmanship is truly astounding, bringing glory upon the dynasty which holds it. | |
Stonehenge
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Salisbury | Always constructed |
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Stonehenge is an ancient, mystical structure that has inspired many a scholar. Even today, in these enlightened times, learned men from all around Britain flock to study it. What truly is its purpose? | ||
The Tower of London
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 +30% Dread Gain
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Lunden | Battlements |
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The Tower of London is a castle that serves as both a vital fortification and a prison. The central tower is called the 'White Tower' and houses the ruling class. The position of the Tower of London means that it's vital to the defense of the entire County. |
Visby Ringmur
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Visby | Battlements |
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The Visby City Wall protects the city from external threats such as raiders or Danes. It also efficiently keeps out tax collectors sent by the Thing of Gotland! To get to the riches within, assailants must first deal with a plethora of towers all manned by archers. | |
Walls of Benin
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Benin City | Battlements |
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The Walls of Benin are a massive series of earthworks (Iya in the Edo language), that encircle the entirety of Benin. The walls are built of a ditch and dike structure, with an inner moat and an exterior rampart. |
Convertible historical buildings
The following historical buildings can only be used by Faiths belonging to one of the Abrahamic religions. Rulers who belong to one such religion can convert the building for their religion to use for 1000 Gold and Piety. Hagia Sophia Cathedral can only be used when Constantinople is a holy site for your faith.
| Barony | Christianity / Judaism version | Islam version | Effects | Description (Christianity/Judaism version) | Description (Islam version) |
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| Constantinople | Hagia Sophia Cathedral
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Hagia Sophia Mosque
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Realm
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The Hagia Sophia is a true marvel of engineering, with a massive dome standing out as the most impressive feature. Completed in AD 537 by emperor Justinian I, it now houses the Ecumenical Patriarch and stands as a monument to Christianity.
And so it will remain for all eternity, for surely nothing could ever topple the might of Rome. |
The Hagia Sophia is a true marvel of engineering, with a massive dome and four impressive minarets standing out as the most impressive features. Started in AD 537 by emperor Justinian I, it has since been turned into an awe-inspiring Mosque.
And so it will remain for all eternity, for surely nothing could ever topple the might of Rum. |
| Jerusalem | The Third Temple
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Dome of the Rock
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Holding
County
Realm
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Hundreds of years after the destruction of the Second Temple the time has finally come to restore the Temple in Jerusalem! This Third Temple will stand the test of time, vigilantly guarded from all who would see it destroyed. | The Dome of the Rock is situated in the center of the Temple Mount, in the place where the Temple of Solomon and the Jewish Second Temple stood. The temples foundation stone is said to be the place where God created the world and the first human, Adam. The Dome of the Rock and the nearby Church of the Holy Sepulchre attract Abrahamic pilgrims from all around the world. |
Upgradable historical buildings
The following historical buildings start constructed but can be upgraded by cultures which discovered the Hoardings Innovation. Upgrading them costs of 2000 Gold and takes 6 years.
| Type | Building |  Fort Level
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 Garrison
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Defender Advantage
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Monthly Development
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Monthly Prestige
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Other effects | Description | Barony |
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Alhambra
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Alhambra Fortress Ruins | +2 | +250 | +2 | 0 | 0 | None | The Alhambra is a fortress built upon the remains of an ancient Roman fortification. While it is serviceable as a defensive structure, with the right investments it could be turned into something more... | Granada |
| Royal Palace of Alhambra | +8 | +1000 | +8 | +0.2 | +10% |  +1 Monthly Control
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The Alhambra has since its days as a mere roman ruin been upgraded to a royal palace befitting an emperor! A shining example of local architecture, the color of the buildings in contrast with the surrounding woods lead poets to describe it as "a pearl set in emeralds". | ||
Citadel of Aleppo
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Citadel of Aleppo | +2 | +250 | +2 | 0 | +0.1 | None | The Citadel of Aleppo is an ancient fortification, having been in use by numerous powers since it was constructed. The citadel acts as a royal residence, fortified retreat, temple and prison. | Halab |
| Reconstructed Citadel of Aleppo | +6 | +750 | +6 | +0.2 | +0.3 |  +2 Prowess per Level of Devotion
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After having went through major reconstruction, the Citadel of Aleppo has been significantly fortified and turned into a proper palatial city! |
Mines
Mines are historical buildings that have 4 levels each. Constructing or upgrading a mine takes 5 years.
- Constructing the Mining Settlement requires 400 Gold and the Crop Rotation Innovation
- Upgrading to Mine requires 500 Gold and the Manorialism Innovation
- Upgrading to Large Mine requires 600 Gold and the Windmills Innovation
- Upgrading to Mining Complex requires 700 Gold and the Cranes Innovation
| Mine | Mining Settlement effects | Mine effects | Large Mine effects | Mining Complex effects | Barony | De Jure Kingdom | Mining Settlement constructed | Description |
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| Siderokausia | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Ierrisos | Thessalonika |
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The Siderokausia mines are rich in silver and gold, and are exploited by twelve separate villages that each run a part of the mines. |
| Gold Mines of Mali | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Mali |
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The mines of Mali are truly overflowing with gold. Endless wealth stream from their depths and into the treasuries of the local rulers, who adorn themselves with the precious metal. |
| Kremnica | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Turiec (Slovien)
Turóc (Hungarian) |
Hungary |
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The Kremnican mountains are abundant in gold. With blood, sweat, and the assistance of a few hundred experienced German miners, that gold will be minted into Florins in no time! |
| Kollur | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Ellur | Andhra |
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The Kollur mines exploit the largest seam of diamonds in all of the Indian subcontinent. The work is extremely dangerous, but the riches are unimaginable. |
| Schwaz | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Innsbruck | Bavaria |
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The Schwaz silver mine lies at the foot of the Kellerjoch and Eiblschrofen mountains, in the middle of a valley. The opportunity for mining means that a lot of people are drawn to the area. |
| Argentiera | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Iglesias | Sardinia | 1066 only | The Argentaria del Sigerro is rich in underground silver veins. With sufficient incentive and development, this area could be exploited for vast quantities of precious silver. |
| Falun | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Falene | Sweden | 1066 only | Also known as "Stora Kopparberget" (the Great Copper Mountain) this mine produces vast quantities of copper. |
| Kutná Hora | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Čáslav | Bohemia | 1066 only | The Kutná Hora mine is a large silver mine located on the lands of the Sedlec Monastery. With the support of local Abbots (and German miners) industry in the area is prospering. |
| Rammelsberg | Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Holding
County
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Goslar | East Francia | 1066 only | At the foot of Mt. Rammelsberg lies a profitable and ever sought-after silver mine. |
Decision buildings
The following buildings can only be created by certain decisions.
| Building | County effects | Realm effects | Decision | Location | Description |
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Glass Monument
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Build a Glass Monument | This building is seemingly excellent for growing vegetables. | |
| Parliament
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+0.7 Monthly Prestige
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Empower the Sicilian Parliament |
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Representatives of the Three Estates meet regularly at this building to deliberate on the affairs of the realm and advice the current ruler. |
Hall of Heroes
The Hall of Heroes is a building chain created on a holy site via the Defenders of Dievas, Defenders of Rod or Defenders of Ukko decisions. Upgrading the Hall of Heroes costs 225 Gold and takes 16 months.
| Type | Building |  Levies
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Garrison
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Prowess
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 Knight Effectiveness
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Piety per Knight
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Description |
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Hall of Heroes
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Level 1 | +150 | +75 | +1 | +5% | +0.1 | A grand hall where heroic warriors can meet and organize. |
| Level 2 | +265 | +110 | +1 | +10% | +0.1 | ||
| Level 3 | +375 | +150 | +2 | +15% | +0.1 | ||
| Level 4 | +500 | +225 | +2 | +20% | +0.1 | ||
| Level 5 | +700 | +260 | +3 | +25% | +0.1 |
References
- ↑
game\common\buildings\00_special_buildings.txt,holy_site_cathedral_01, in-game tooltip rounds to 0.2.