23 insane structures built at Burning Man through the years

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August 17, 2018 4:51 PM

Burning Man, the wild, dusty arts and culture festival that takes over the Nevada desert at the end of each summer, has become a cultural phenomenon since it began in San Francisco in 1986. These impressive constructions are truly works of art.

Burning Man, the wild, dusty arts and culture festival that takes over the Nevada desert at the end of each summer, has become a cultural phenomenon since it began in San Francisco in 1986.

It moved to the Black Rock Desert in 1990, and attendance has grown exponentially since then — last year's event boasted an approximate attendance of 70,000. Burning Man 2018, which began August 26, is estimated to be equally huge.

Though the festival has gained a reputation for its party culture, one of Burning Man's mainstays is the incredible artwork that festival goers can find while wandering around. Teams spend months and even years designing, preparing, and raising funds for their projects. From elaborate temples to massive structures to illuminated domes, Burning Man is an architectural feast for the eyes.

Take a look at the stunning works of design and construction that have been created through the years.

Temple of Stars (2004)

Big Rig Jig (2007)

Basura Sagrada (2008)

Aeolian Pyrophonic Hall & Whispering Wall (2010)

The Temple of Transition (2011)

Opal Essence (2012)

Temple of Whollyness (2013)

The Cradle of Mir (2013)

Embrace (2014)

Temple of Grace (2014)

The Temple of Promise (2015)