Special buildings

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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 Barony in the game only has 1 Special Building.

One of the following grants at most +1 Special building slot:

Map locations of all special buildings

Holy buildings[edit | edit source]

Generic holy buildings[edit | edit source]

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, a culture with the  Crop Rotation innovation, and 6 years to be completed.

Building Religion Holding effects County effects Realm effects


Grand Cathedral
Structure cologne cathedral.png
Icon piety christian 01.png Christian +2 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +0.25 Monthly Piety[1]
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5% Monthly Control
  • −15% Holy order hire cost
  • +5 Clergy Opinion


Grand Mosque
Structure cathedral muslim.png
Icon piety islam 01.png Muslim +2 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety islam 01.png +0.25 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5% Monthly Control
  • +15% Levy Reinforcement Rate (same Faith)
  • +15% Domain Taxes (different Faith)


Grand Temple
Structure cathedral pagan.png
Icon piety pagan 01.png Pagan +1 Monthly Tax

+500 Levies

  • +10% Levy Size
  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety pagan 01.png +0.25 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +15% Knight Effectiveness
  • +10% Levy Reinforcement Rate
  • +5% Monthly Control


Grand Temple
Structure cathedral indian.png
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png Buddhist
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png Hindu
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png Jain
  • Icon piety pagan 01.png Tanism
  • Icon piety pagan 01.png Tibetan
+2 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png +0.25 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5 Different Faith Opinion
  • +5% Monthly Control
  • −15% Different Faith Popular Opinion


Grand Temple
Structure cathedral zoroastric.png
All others +2 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety pagan 01.png +0.25 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5% Monthly Control
  • −2.50% Men-at-Arms Maintenance
  • −10% Short Reign Opinion

Building Religion Description
Grand Cathedral
Structure cologne cathedral.png
Icon piety christian 01.png Christian 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
Structure cathedral muslim.png
Icon piety islam 01.png Muslim 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
Structure cathedral pagan.png
Icon piety pagan 01.png Pagan 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
Structure cathedral indian.png
Icon piety eastern 01.png Buddhist, Hindu, or Jain
Icon piety pagan 01.png Tani or Tibetan
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
Structure cathedral zoroastric.png
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[edit | edit source]

Building Holding effects County effects Realm effects Barony Required innovation Enabled
Buddhas of Bamiyan
Structure buddhas of bamiyan.png
  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +75% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png +10% Monthly Piety
  • +1 Diplomacy per Level of Devotion
Bamiyan Always constructed Icon piety eastern 01.png Any Eastern
Canterbury Cathedral
Structure canterbury cathedral.png
+3 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +0.3 Monthly Piety
  • +0.2 Monthly piety per powerful vassal on the council
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5% Monthly Control
Canterbury (temple) Always constructed Christian
  • or Holy Site
Great Mosque of Mecca
Structure great mosque of mecca.png
+3 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +35% Monthly Development
  • +0.3 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety islam 01.png +1 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5 Same Faith Opinion
  • −10% Men-at-Arms Maintenance
  • +10% Monthly Control
Mecca (castle) Always constructed Holy Site
Great Mosque of Samarra
Structure great mosque of samarra.png
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety islam 01.png +0.3 Monthly Piety
  • −10% Building Construction Time
  • −10% Building Construction Gold Cost
Samarra (castle) Always constructed Icon piety islam 01.png Muslim
  • or holy site


Mahabodhi Temple
Structure mahabodhi temple.png
+3 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +30% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png +1 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +20% Different Faith Popular Opinion
  • +5 Different Faith Opinion
  • +10 Religious Vassal Opinion
  • +2 Learning per Level of Devotion
Gaya Always constructed Holy Site


Imam Ali Mosque
Structure imam ali mosque.png
+3 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +30% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety islam 01.png +1 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5 Same Faith Opinion
  • −10% Men-at-Arms Maintenance
  • +10% Monthly Control
An-Najaf Always constructed Holy Site


Shwedagon Pagoda
Structure shwedagon pagoda.png
+2 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png +0.5 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5 Clergy Opinion
  • −10% Tyranny Gain
Dagon (castle) Always constructed Icon piety eastern 01.png Any Eastern


The Friday Mosque
Structure the friday mosque.png
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +25% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
Icon piety islam 01.png +50% Level of Devotion impact Isfahan Always constructed Icon piety islam 01.png Muslim
  • Icon piety zoroastrian 01.png Zoroastrian
  • or Holy Site


The Great Mosque of Cordoba
Structure great mosque of cordoba.png
+3 Monthly Tax
  • +15% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +15% Levy Size
  • Icon piety islam 01.png +0.5 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5 Different Culture Opinion
  • +0.2 Monthly Development in Realm Capital
Cordoba (Castle) Always constructed
  • Christian
  • Icon piety islam 01.png Muslim
  • or Holy Site


The Prophetic Mosque
Structure cathedral muslim.png
  • +15% Holding Taxes
  • +75% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +100% Supply Limit
  • Icon piety islam 01.png +0.5 Monthly Piety
  • +20% Knight Effectiveness
  • −15% Holy order hire cost
  • +5 Popular Opinion
Al-Madina Always constructed Icon piety islam 01.png Muslim
  • or Holy Site


Brihadeeswarar Temple
Structure brihadeeswarar temple.png
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png +0.2 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5 Same Faith Opinion
  • +1 Stewardship per Level of Devotion
Tanjavur
  • Manorialism
  • Always constructed in 1066
Icon piety eastern 01.png Any Eastern


Temple City
Structure khajuraho temples.png
+1.5 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +10 Different Faith Opinion
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png +5% Monthly Piety per Powerful Vassal on the Council
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png -20% Faith Conversion Cost
Chanderi
  • None
  • Always constructed in 1066
Icon piety eastern 01.png Any Eastern


Ananda Temple
Structure shwedagon pagoda.png
+3 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +2 Learning
  • Icon piety eastern 01.png +5% Monthly Piety
  • +10% Monthly Control
  • +5 Popular Opinion
Pagan None Icon piety eastern 01.png Any Eastern


Cologne Cathedral
Structure cologne cathedral.png
+2 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +15% Monthly Piety
  • +0.1 Monthly piety per knight
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +20% Knight Effectiveness
  • +5% Monthly Control
Cologne Crop Rotation Icon piety christian 01.png Christian
  • or Holy Site


Great Mosque of Djenne
Structure great mosque of djenne.png
  • +15% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +15% Levy Size
  • Icon piety islam 01.png +1 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • −15% Building Construction Cost
Jenne-Jeno None Icon piety islam 01.png Muslim
  • or Holy Site


Notre-Dame
Structure notre dame.png
+2 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +30% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +5 Popular Opinion
  • +1 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +1 Stewardship per Level of Devotion
Paris Windmills Christian


Lund Cathedral
Structure lund cathedral.png
+2 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +0.3 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +10% Monthly Control
Lund Crop Rotation Christian
  • or Holy Site
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Structure compostela.png
+3 Monthly Tax
  • +30% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +0.25 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • -15% Holy Order Hire Cost
  • +5 Clergy Opinion
  • +20% Learn Language Scheme Power
Santiago

(Yant Yaqub)

None Christian
  • Icon piety islam 01.png Muslim
  • or Holy Site

Building Description
Buddhas of Bamiyan
Structure buddhas of bamiyan.png
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
Structure canterbury cathedral.png
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
Structure great mosque of mecca.png
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
Structure great mosque of samarra.png
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
Structure mahabodhi temple.png
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
Structure imam ali mosque.png
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
Structure shwedagon pagoda.png
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
Structure the friday mosque.png
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
Structure great mosque of cordoba.png
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
Structure cathedral muslim.png
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
Structure brihadeeswarar temple.png
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
Structure khajuraho temples.png
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
Structure shwedagon pagoda.png
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
Structure cologne cathedral.png
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
Structure great mosque of djenne.png
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
Structure notre dame.png
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!

Lund Cathedral
Structure lund cathedral.png
Lund Cathedral is a magnificent church richly decorated with stone sculptures. Constructed with influences from Romanesque architecture, the church shares a lot of similarities with churches in Germany. The building is dedicated to Saint Lawrence, who is the patron saint of Lund.
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
Structure compostela.png
Built over the tomb of James the Great, this splendid edifice is the end point of the Way of Saint James, and the crown of one of the great sites of Christendom. Pilgrims from all over Western and Northern Europe arrive in large numbers, speaking dozens of tongues — though many become mute with awe.

University building[edit | edit source]

University buildings are Special buildings that specialize in providing Lifestyle experience to their holders. Rulers who have a university in their realm provide a higher quality education to their wards.

Generic university[edit | edit source]

Unless already built, one can build a university through the Found University decision, costing and requiring the following:


Building County effects Realm effects Location Description
University
Building university.png
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +0.25 Monthly Renown
  • Focus invalid.png +5% Monthly Lifestyle Experience
  • +1 Learning per Level of Fame
  • Fes
  • Bologna
  • Salamanca
  • Madrid
  • Oxford
  • Cambridge
  • Padua
  • Coimbra
  • Napoli
  • Wien
  • Praha
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[edit | edit source]

Building County effects Realm effects Barony Requirements Description
Al-Azhar University
Structure al-azhar university.png
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +0.25 Monthly Renown
  • Focus invalid.png +10% Monthly Lifestyle Experience
  • +1 Diplomacy per Level of Fame
  • +1 Learning per Level of Fame
Cairo
  •  Decision
  • Always constructed in 1066
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).

Nalanda University
Structure nalanda.png
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +1 Stewardship per Level of Fame
  • +1 Learning per Level of Fame
  • +0.25 Monthly Renown
  • Focus invalid.png +10% Monthly Lifestyle Experience
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
Structure the university of sankore.png
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +0.25 Monthly Renown
  • Focus invalid.png +10% Monthly Lifestyle Experience
  • +1 Martial per Level of Fame
  • +1 Learning per Level of Fame
Tirakka
  •  Decision
  • Always constructed in 1066
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
Structure university of siena.png
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +0.25 Monthly Renown
  • Focus invalid.png +10% Monthly Lifestyle Experience
  • +1 Intrigue per Level of Fame
  • +1 Learning per Level of Fame
Siena  Decision 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[edit | edit source]

Historical buildings are unique 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 only be constructed by characters of a certain religion and become disabled if captured by someone of another religion.

Building Holding effects County effects Realm effects Barony Required innovation Description
Aurelian Walls
Structure aurelian walls.png
  • +3 Fort Level
  • +50% Garrison Size
  • +500 Garrison
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +50% Hostile Raid Time
  • +15% Duchy Levy Size
  • +15% Duchy Holding Taxes
Rome Always constructed 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
Structure doges palace.png
  • +3 Fort Level
  • +10 Defender Advantage
  • +100% Levy Size
  • +100% Garrison Size
  • +50% Holding Taxes
  • +30% Monthly Development
  • +0.3 Monthly Development
  • +50% Hostile Raid Time
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
Structure hadrians wall.png
−10% Building Construction Gold Cost Bebbanburg
Carleol
Hexham
Whitehaven
Always constructed 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!
House of Wisdom
Structure grand library of baghdad.png
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +2 Learning per Level of Fame
  • +10 Different Culture Opinion
  • +15% Cultural Fascination Progress
  • Focus invalid.png +15% Monthly Lifestyle Experience
  • −20% Faith Creation and Reformation Cost
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...
Iron Pillar of Delhi
Structure iron pillar of delhi.png
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +5% Monthly Prestige
  • −5% Army Maintenance
  • +10% Heavy Cavalry Toughness
  • +10% Heavy Infantry Toughness
Indraprastha Always constructed 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
Building palisades.png
+2 Defender Advantage Chester
Clifford
Clun
Gloucester
Hereford
Shrewsbury
Wigmore
Always constructed 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
Structure palace of achen.png
+0.2 Monthly Development
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • −20% Tyranny Gain
  • +5 Clergy Opinion
  • +5 Powerful Vassal Opinion
  • +0.1 Monthly Prestige per Powerful Vassal on the Council
Aachen Always constructed 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
Structure petra.png
+0.8 Monthly Tax
  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +15% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +25% Supply Limit
Baidha-Petra (city) Always constructed 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 −5% Army Maintenance Rome Always constructed 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
Structure the pyramids.png
+0.1 Monthly Development
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • −20% Short Reign Opinion
Gizeh Always constructed 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
Structure theodosian walls.png
  • +5 Fort Level
  • +100% Garrison Size
  • +1000 Garrison
  • +300% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.3 Monthly Development
  • +50% Hostile Raid Time
  • +300% Levy Size
  • +15% Duchy Levy Size
  • +15% Duchy Holding Taxes
Constantinople Always constructed 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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  • +2 Fort Level
  • +25% Garrison Size
  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +50% Hostile Raid Time
  • +5 Defender Advantage
Genoa Always constructed 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
Structure iron pillar of dhar.png
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • +15% Levy Size
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +5 Advantage
Dhara
  • None
  • Always constructed in 1066
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
Structure stonehenge.png
  • +2 Learning
  • Learning lifestyle.png +15% Monthly Learning Lifestyle Experience
  • -20% Faith Conversion Cost
Salisbury Always constructed 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
Structure tower of london.png
  • +6 Fort Level
  • +6 Defender Advantage
  • +750 Garrison
  • +5% Holding Taxes
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
+30% Dread Gain Lunden Battlements 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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  • +1 Fort Level
  • +25% Garrison Size
  • +15% Holding Taxes
  • +15% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +50% Hostile Raid Time
  • +5 Defender Advantage
  • +5 Popular Opinion
Visby Battlements 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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  • +2 Fort Level
  • +50% Garrison Size
  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +75% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +50% Hostile Raid Time
  • +5 Defender Advantage
  • +50% Levy Size
Benin City Battlements 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.
Golden Gate of Kyiv
Structure golden gate of kiev.png
  • +2 Fort Level
  • +2 Defender Advantage
  • +250 Garrison
  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
  • Icon piety pagan 01.png +10% Monthly Piety
  • +10% Monthly Prestige
Kyiv Battlements Modeled and named after a gate in Constantinople, the Golden Gate of Kyiv serves as both an entrance to the city and a triumphal arch. The golden dome of the church, built on top of the gate, can be seen from afar and makes it a prominent symbol of Kyiv.
Heddal Stave Church
Structure cathedral pagan.png
+1 Monthly Tax
  • +10% Levy Size
  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +10 Popular Opinion
  • +10% Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +1 Number of Knights
  • +20% Knight Effectiveness
Túnsberg City Planning Heddal Stave Church is the largest stave church in Norway and has a beautiful wooden interior. Legend says the church was built by a mountain troll in merely three days.
Danevirke
Building palisades.png
+2 Defender Advantage Hedeby
  • (Slesvig)
Always constructed The Danevirke is an extensive earthwork fortification build to prevent incursions from the continent into Danish territories and has been expanded multiple times since its original construction.
Roman Walls of Lugo
Structure lugo walls.png
  • +1 Monthly Tax
  • +1 Fort Level
  • +10% Garrison Size
  • +1 Learning
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +1 Learning
  • +5% Monthly Renown
Lugo (city) Always constructed Built by the Romans long ago, the great Walls of Lugo remain an impressive sight. Pilgrims pass their five gates on the road to Santiago de Compostela, making the journey even more profound.
Rock of Gibraltar
Structure gibraltar.png
  • +1 Fort Level
  • +2 Defender Advantage
+10% Monthly Development
  • +1 Stewardship
  • +20% Diplomatic Range
Algeciras Always constructed The monolithic Rock of Gibraltar overlooks a narrow strait that is the gateway to the Mediterranean Sea. It was one of the Pillars of Hercules in antiquity, considered to mark the end of the known world. Looking at it now, you cannot help but wonder what lies beyond.
Aljafería
Structure aljaferia.png
  • +4 Fort Level
  • +6 Defender Advantage
  • +500 Garrison Size
  • +5% Holding Taxes
  • +0.5 Monthly Control
  • +1 Diplomacy per Level of Fame
  • +5% Monthly Renown
Zaragoza
  • (Saraquastah)
Hoardings
  • Always constructed in 1066
A great palace-fortress built on the Saría plain, the Aljafería is a testament to the power and wealth of Zaragoza. Imposing and splendid in equal measure; it is both an intimidating fortification and a pinnacle of Iberian architecture.
Farum Brigantium

Tower of Hercules
Structure hercules.png

+1 Monthly Tax
  • -25% Embarkation Cost
  • +25% Naval Speed
A Corunnã Always constructed This ancient lighthouse is said to have been based on its more famous sister in Alexandria. Having guided seafarers for untold centuries, it remains important to Galicia's coastal trade. Some claim that you can glimpse Ireland's green coast from the top of this lonely tower, but gazing out, you see only endless sea.
City Walls of Toledo
Structure toledo.png
  • +2 Fort Level
  • +25% Garrison Size
  • +30% Hostile Raid Time
  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +5 Defender Advantage
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
Toledo
  • (Madīnat al-Mulūk)
Always constructed Originally built by the Romans in days of old, these massive walls were significantly expanded under the reign of Wabma, king of the Visigoths. The early Arabic rulers widened them even further, creating a defensive system fit for the City of Kings.
Alcázar of Segovia
Structure alcazar segovia.png
  • +4 Fort Level
  • +6 Defender Advantage
  • +500 Garrison Size
  • +5% Holding Taxes
  • +0.5 Monthly Control
  • +1 Martial per Level of Fame
  • +5% Monthly Renown
Segovia(Cuellar) Hoardings Rising like the bow of a ship from a rocky crag, this fortress is an awe-inspiring sight. As majestic as it is impenetrable, it is the greatest of all castles in the kingdom of castles — Castille.

Convertible historical buildings[edit | edit source]

The following historical buildings can only be used by Faiths belonging to one of the Abrahamic religions who's faith considers the location a holy site. Rulers who belong to one such faith can convert the building for their faith to use for 1000 Gold and Piety.

Barony Christianity version Islam version Effects Description (Christianity version) Description (Islam version)
Constantinople Hagia Sophia Cathedral
Structure hagia sophia.png
Hagia Sophia Mosque
Structure hagia sophia.png
Realm
  • +2 Learning
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +2 Number of Knights
  • +20% Knight Effectiveness
  • +2 Intrigue per Level of Fame
  • +0.1 Monthly Piety per Knight
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.

Judaism version Christianity / Islam version Description (Judaism version) Description (Christianity / Islam version)
Jerusalem The Third Temple
Structure temple in jerusalem.png
Dome of the Rock
Structure dome of the rock.png
Holding
  • +3 Monthly Tax

County

  • +30% Holding Taxes
  • +30% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development

Realm

  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • +20% Knight Effectiveness
  • +10% Monthly Control
  • +3% Monthly Piety per Knight
  • +1 Martial per Level of Devotion
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[edit | edit source]

The following historical buildings can be upgraded.

Type Building Holding effects County effects Realm effects Barony Required innovation Required religion Description
Alhambra
Structure alhambra.png
Alhambra Fortress Ruins
  • +2 Fort Level
  • +2 Defender Advantage
  • +250 Garrison Size
Granada Always constructed Any 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...
Royal Palace of Alhambra
  • +8 Fort Level
  • +8 Defender Advantage
  • +1000 Garrison Size
  • +25% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +1 Monthly Control
  • +10% Monthly Prestige
Hoardings Any 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
Structure the citadel of aleppo.png
Citadel of Aleppo
  • +2 Fort Level
  • +2 Defender Advantage
  • +250 Garrison Size
+0.1 Monthly Prestige Halab Always constructed Any 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.
Reconstructed Citadel of Aleppo
  • +6 Fort Level
  • +6 Defender Advantage
  • +750 Garrison Size
  • +15% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
  • +2 Prowess per Level of Devotion
  • +0.3 Monthly Prestige
Hoardings Any After having went through major reconstruction, the Citadel of Aleppo has been significantly fortified and turned into a proper palatial city!
Hotin Fortification
Structure hotin fortress.png
Hotin Fort
  • +2 Fort Level
  • +4 Defender Advantage
  • +250 Garrison Size
+5% Monthly Renown Hotin None Any Hotin Fort is a small fort built on the banks of the river Dniester. Its location allows it to protect local trade routes and grants the owner control of the river.
Hotin Fortress
  • +4 Fort Level
  • +6 Defender Advantage
  • +500 Garrison Size
+5% Holding Taxes
  • +0.5 Monthly Control
+1 Martial per Level of Devotion
  • +5% Monthly Renown
Hoardings Any An impressive Fortress that makes the old fort pale in comparison. The fortifications have been expanded across the centuries to include high stone walls, a wide moat, and several massive towers. This defensive structure will hold most besiegers at bay with ease.
Temple of Uppsala
Structure temple of uppsala.png
Temple of Uppsala +1 Monthly Tax +10% Levy Size
  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
+0.2 Monthly Piety
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • −10% Men-at-Arms Maintenance
  • +15% Knight Effectiveness
Sigtuna Always constructed Christian
  • Norse
The temple at Uppsala serves as a religious center for large parts of Scandinavia. A sacred tree stands near the temple, next to a well, similar to that of the legendary Yggdrasil.
Uppsala Cathedral +2 Monthly Tax +15% Levy Size
  • +15% Holding Taxes
  • +25% Monthly Development
+0.2 Monthly Piety
  • +2% Prestige per Knight
  • +5% Monthly Renown
  • −10% Men-at-Arms Maintenance
  • +20% Knight Effectiveness
Manorialism Christian
  • Norse
A lofty cathedral built to rival the most splendid constructions of southern Europe, Uppsala Cathedral serves as the burial site for some of the most prominent monarchs of Sweden and contains several saintly relics.

Mines[edit | edit source]

Mines are historical buildings that have 4 levels each. Constructing or upgrading a mine takes 5 years. Mines can be constructed in Tribe holdings but require a Castle, City or Temple Holding to upgrade.

  • 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 (County) Mining Settlement constructed
Siderokausia Holding
  • +3 Monthly Tax

County

  • +10% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +15% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +7 Monthly Tax

County

  • +20% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +9 Monthly Tax

County

  • +25% Monthly Development
Polygyros (Chalkidike) Yes
Gold Mines of Mali Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax
  • +20% Stationed Siege Weapon Effectiveness

County

  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +5% Monthly Development
  • +0.1 Monthly Development
Holding
  • +8 Monthly Tax
  • +40% Stationed Siege Weapon Effectiveness

County

  • +25% Holding Taxes
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +0.15 Monthly Development
Holding
  • +11 Monthly Tax
  • +60% Stationed Siege Weapon Effectiveness

County

  • +30% Holding Taxes
  • +15% Monthly Development
  • +0.2 Monthly Development
Holding
  • +14 Monthly Tax
  • +80% Stationed Siege Weapon Effectiveness

County

  • +35% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +0.3 Monthly Development
  • Siguiri (Bure)
  • Yaresnā (Bambuk)
  • Figuira (Niani)
No
Kremnica Holding
  • +3 Monthly Tax

County

  • +5% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +10% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +7 Monthly Tax

County

  • +15% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +9 Monthly Tax

County

  • +20% Monthly Development
Turiec/Turóc (Trenčín) No
Kollur Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +10% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +8 Monthly Tax

County

  • +25% Holding Taxes
  • +15% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +11 Monthly Tax

County

  • +30% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +14 Monthly Tax

County

  • +35% Holding Taxes
  • +25% Monthly Development
Mudigonda (Mudigonda) No
Schwaz Holding
  • +3 Monthly Tax

County

  • +10% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +15% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +7 Monthly Tax

County

  • +20% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +9 Monthly Tax

County

  • +25% Monthly Development
Innsbruck (Innsbruck) No
Argentiera Holding
  • +3 Monthly Tax

County

  • +10% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +15% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +7 Monthly Tax

County

  • +20% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +9 Monthly Tax

County

  • +25% Monthly Development
Cagliari (Cagliari) 1066 only
Falun Holding
  • +2 Monthly Tax

County

  • +5% Holding Taxes
  • +5% Monthly Development
  • +10% Levy Size
Holding
  • +3.5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +10% Monthly Development
  • +20% Levy Size
Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +15% Holding Taxes
  • +15% Monthly Development
  • +30% Levy Size
Holding
  • +6.5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
  • +40% Levy Size
Falene (Dalabergslagen) Not Tribal Holding

1066 only

Kutná Hora Holding
  • +3 Monthly Tax

County

  • +10% Holding Taxes
  • +5% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +15% Holding Taxes
  • +10% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +7 Monthly Tax

County

  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +15% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +9 Monthly Tax

County

  • +25% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
Čáslav (Čáslav) 1066 only
Rammelsberg Holding
  • +5 Monthly Tax

County

  • +20% Holding Taxes
  • +5% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +8 Monthly Tax

County

  • +25% Holding Taxes
  • +10% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +11 Monthly Tax

County

  • +30% Holding Taxes
  • +15% Monthly Development
Holding
  • +14 Monthly Tax

County

  • +35% Holding Taxes
  • +20% Monthly Development
Goslar (Göttingen) 1066 only

Mine De Jure Kingdom Description
Siderokausia Thessalonika 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 Mali 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 Hungary 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 Maharastra 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 Bavaria 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 Sardinia 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 Sweden Also known as "Stora Kopparberget" (the Great Copper Mountain) this mine produces vast quantities of copper.
Kutná Hora Bohemia 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 East Francia At the foot of Mt. Rammelsberg lies a profitable and ever sought-after silver mine.

Decision buildings[edit | edit source]

The following buildings can only be created by certain Decisions. The Parliament will become inactive if the realm capital is moved. The Glass Monument occupies a "normal" building slot (which is itself created by the decision that unlocks it), and can therefore uniquely be combined with another special building.

Building County effects Realm effects Decision Location Description
Glass Monument
Building generic house.png
  • +1 Monthly Tax
  • +25% Monthly Development
  • +25 Popular Opinion
  • +1 Monthly Prestige
  • Small Health Boost
Build a Glass Monument This building is seemingly excellent for growing vegetables.
Parliament
Building generic house.png
  • +1 Monthly Tax
  • +25% Monthly Development
  • +25 Popular Opinion
  • +1 Monthly Control
+0.7 Monthly Prestige
  • Palermo
  • Sicily
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[edit | edit source]

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  Garrison  Prowess  Knight Effectiveness Icon piety pagan 01.png Piety per Knight Description
Hall of Heroes
Building hall of heroes.png
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

The Hall of Heroes can be built multiple times by swapping faiths and remains active for all Baltic, Slavic or Finnish Pagan faiths. The bonuses this building provide stack with each other, resulting in a possible tripling of the above bonuses

References[edit | edit source]

  1. game\common\buildings\00_special_buildings.txt, holy_site_cathedral_01, in-game tooltip rounds to 0.2.