[1200px Raj_Mandir_Cinema,_Jaipur_02]Wikimedia There are only a few things that bring people together. Amongst these are cooking, traveling and, possibly most beloved, film. Across languages, cultures, and time, movies have brought people together in ways few other things can. Part of this connection comes from coming together in one place to enjoy a film. Movie theaters are a community staple around the world, serving as a cultural and social center. Whether outside, in 3D, or inside a dome, each movie theater has its own charm that draws people to it. Here's what a few unique movie theaters look like around the world. NEW YORK'S ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE BRINGS THE BAR TO THE CINEMA IN THE US. Sarah Jacobs Forget over-priced popcorn and soda, at Alamo Drafthouse, you’ll find beer sourced from local breweries, curated movie menus and service right to your theater seat. Started in 1997, the US chain grew out of Austin, Texas, and works to provide moviegoers with a luxury experience, on top of a great movie. AN OLD SLAUGHTERHOUSE FINDS NEW LIFE AT CINETECA MATADERO IN MADRID. Cineteca Madrid/Facebook It’s not every day that you can say you’ve watched a movie at a former slaughterhouse. A visit to Madrid, however, gives you just that with Cineteca Matadero. Featuring experimental films and documentaries, the Cineteca, is part of a contemporary creation center. TAKE IN VIEWS OF GREECE'S ACROPOLIS AT THE CINE THISIO. TripAdvisor/CINE THISIO Outdoor movie theaters are a draw on their own, but Athenians get a special treat at Cine Thisio. Moviegoers face not only the screen but, also, the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Built in 1935, it’s the oldest outdoor movie theater in Athens. SEE THE REST OF THE STORY AT BUSINESS INSIDER SEE ALSO: * 17 celebrities who you didn’t know are also fiction authors * 10 breakfast mistakes you're making that are throwing off your whole day * The minimum wage in every state, ranked
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