The 19 coolest buildings in the UK

The UK is full of old and new buildings that qualify among the world's most impressive works of architecture.

For those looking for a guide to the very best the UK has to offer, we have compiled a ranking of the coolest buildings and structures in the country. These include museums, historic castles, train stations, concert halls, and libraries.

Here are the 19 works of architecture you should not miss:

19. The sleek, 554-foot-tall Beetham Tower in Manchester was completed by SimpsonHaugh and Partners in 2006. The skyscraper's mismatched lines add a sense of movement.

18. The new Switch Building at London's Tate Modern was designed in an eye-catching flame-like shape by Herzog and de Meuron.

17. Conwy Castle on the north coast of Wales is a gorgeous medieval structure that dates back to the early 13th century.