Termites’ amazing architectural ability produced some of the most amazing natural buildings on Earth. These small insects create enormous mounds that are evidence of the engineering brilliance of nature; some of them even reach heights that challenge human constructability. From Australia’s great outback to the African savannas, these termite mounds exhibit amazing architectural variety and intricacy. Apart from providing dwellings, they also act as sophisticated climate-regulated habitats keeping ideal circumstances for their colonies. Eleven of the most amazing termite mounds in the world will be shown to us in this investigation; one of them challenges our understanding of what these tiny animals are capable of by being very tall.
1. The Cathedral Mounds of Litchfield National Park, Australia
In Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory, Australia, the termite mounds there resemble old churches in the scenery. Designed by Magnetic Termites (Amitermes meridionalis), these amazing buildings face north-south to reduce their direct light exposure. Rising to heights of up to 12 feet, these cathedral-like mounds derive their unique name from their thin, blade-like constructions. These formations have especially architectural accuracy since the termites build them to keep ideal temperature and humidity levels all year long. One of Australia’s most unusual natural attractions, the reddish-brown buildings create an unearthly scene drawing thousands of tourists every year.
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