The main architectural styles include:
1. Classical architecture: It is characterized by a combination of Greek and Roman styles.
2. Gothic architecture: It is characterized by high pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses.
3. Renaissance architecture: It is characterized by symmetry, proportion, and the use of classical orders.
4. Baroque architecture: It is characterized by grandeur, drama, and ornamentation.
5. Neoclassical architecture: It is characterized by a renewed interest in classical architecture, but with simpler forms and cleaner lines.
6. Modernist architecture: It is characterized by the use of new materials such as steel, glass, and concrete and a rejection of traditional ornamentation.
7. Postmodern architecture: It is characterized by the use of decorative elements and historical references, often in an ironic or playful way.
8. Contemporary architecture: It is characterized by a focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and the use of new technologies.
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