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Most Difficult Jigsaw Puzzles

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If you think that travelling is more fun than arriving, then these jigsaw puzzles are for you. This selection includes challenging, double-sided jigsaws as well as puzzles with 10,000+ pieces that are sure to keep you puzzling for a long, long time.

Las Hilanderas Jigsaw Puzzle

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This 17th century masterpiece by Velazquez is faithfully reproduced in this large and challenging jigsaw puzzle. Manufacturer: Educa. Size: 84 x 61 in. 10,000 pcs.

World's Most Difficult Jigsaw Puzzle - Penguins

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These fun and challenging 500-piece double sided World's Most Difficult jigsaw puzzles have the same artwork by Royce McClure on each side, but the reverse side is rotated 90 degrees. They are die-cut from both sides to make the front and back indistinguishable! Manufacturer: Buffalo Games. Size: 15 x 15 in. 500 pcs. For ages 13+

Neuschwanstein Castle Jigsaw Puzzle

Neuschwanstein Castle Jigsaw Puzzle

Built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria, Neuschwanstein Castle is of one of Europe's best-known castles and was the inspiration for the Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland. This colorful, 5000-piece jigsaw puzzle featuring of one of Germany's most photographed buildings should present quite a challenge to even the most seasoned jigsaw pro. Manufacturer: Educa. Size:61 3/4 x 42 1/4 in. 5000 pcs

Creation of Man Jigsaw Puzzle

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One of the most famous art images in the world, Michaelangelo's Creation of Man, has been faithfully reproduced in this challenging, 6000-piece jigsaw puzzle. Manufacturer: Clementoni. Size: 44 7/8 x 65 1/8 in. 6000 pcs.

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World's Most Difficult Jigsaw Puzzles - Dalmatians

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A very challenging puzzle! Both sides of this jigsaw have been printed, cut, or pressed, so you need to compare shape, color, and fit on both sides. Manufacturer: Buffalo Games. Size: 15 X 15 in. 529 pcs.

Skylines of the World Jigsaw Puzzle

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At 18,000 pieces, this puzzle should keep you busy for a very long time. For serious jigsaw puzzlers only. Size: 108 2/3 x 75 1/2 in. 18,000 pcs. Ages 16 and up

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Views of Ancient Rome Jigsaw Puzzle

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By 18th century artist Giovanni Paolo Pannini, renowed for his depictions of Rome’s ancient and modern monuments. Manufacturer: Educa. Size: 61.75 x 42.14 in. 5000 pcs.

Velazquez - The Surrender Of Breda Jigsaw Puzzle

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Artist: Diego Velazquez. By Educa. Size: 84.3 x 61.8 in. 10000 pcs.
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Antique Map Jigsaw Puzzles

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If you're looking for a challenging puzzle and are also a fan of antique maps, then here's a selection of puzzles just for you! Most of these puzzles have piece counts ranging from a fairly challenging 3000 to a whopping 13,200!

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