The USS Arizona Memorial is a melancholy place dedicated to 1,177 sailors who died on December 7, 1941. Also known as the Pearl Harbor Memorial, it draws over 1,500,000 visitors…
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The Haleakala National Park, located on the island of Maui, is home to a giant shield volcano. The Haleakalā volcano is 10,023 ft (3055 m) high. It is, in fact,…
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The Jin Mao Tower, a technological wonder, offers fantastic views of the Huangpu River and Pudong district. It also offers a great view of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Adrian…
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The Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a popular tourist spot in Shanghai. The oriental culture is reflected in its style and architecture. The body of the tower comprises one delicate…
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Among the several tourist attractions in Helsinki, the Temppeliaukion Kirkko, also called Temppeliaukio Church is worth visiting to get a glimpse of modern Helsinki architecture. Initially, the Lutheran church was…
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Vanha Kirkko in Helsinki is a must-see tourist attraction while you are on your tour to the city. The picturesque city of Helsinki is one of the favorite spots for…
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The Helsinki Cathedral in the city of Helsinki is a distinct landmark that stands tall in the heart of the capital of Finland. Featuring beautifully carved interiors, the cathedral represents…
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Lahaina town is Maui’s second most-visited destination, after beaches. The historic town of Lahaina is sandwiched between the serene waters of the Au’au Channel overlooking the Lana’i island and the…
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The Church of Sant’Ambrogio is one of the most eminent tourist attractions in Milan, which has received widespread acclaim from tourists. The church is also the resting place of Milan’s…
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Palazzo della Ragione (the Hall of Justice) is one of the most impressive tourist attractions in Milan. Every year thousands of tourists from different corners of the world come to…
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Stadio San Siro also known as the Meazza San Siro Stadium is one of the most premier football stadiums in Milan. The prestigious stadium is the hub of two of…
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Nazca Lines are an enigma to the researchers, a baffling beauty for the viewers, and a stimulating challenge for the historians. The legendary lines of Nazca in the Peruvian region…
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The Milan Cathedral or Duomo di Milano is one of the premier tourist attractions in Milan and it has been visited by thousands of visitors from different corners of the world.…
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Palazzo Reale (Palazzo Reale di Milano) is one of the most remarkable tourist attractions in Milan, Italy. It is said to have been built during the 1300s by the Visconti…
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The Pinacoteca di Brera is not only one of the most sought after tourist attractions in Milan, it is also considered as one of the major art collections in the world.…
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While roaming in Salvador, if you come across vividly-colored buildings bedecked with hunky-dory stucco, you are at the Pelourinho – the Historic Centre. This place has a grim history. Salvador…
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The volcanic crater of Hanauma Bay on Oahu Island, Hawaii is one of the best snorkeling destinations of the world. The bay has a preservation park with the same name.…
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The CN Tower, originally named the Canadian National Tower, is a communications tower used for broadcasting various media, and an observation tower. At the time it was built, the tower…
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The Polynesian Cultural Center located in Laie, is one of the top tourist attractions in Hawaii. The place comprises of recreated villages that exhibit the essence of the Polynesian culture,…
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One of the major attractions of Lima in Peru is the historic Cathedral of Lima (Catedral de Lima). Francisco Pizarro, a Spanish explorer credited with having founded the city of…
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The Tall Ship aka Glenlee, a three-masted barque, was constructed at the Bay Yard in Port Glasgow. It was built as a bulk cargo carrier and took her first shipment…
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Mall of the Emirates in Dubai is a definitive entertainment, leisure, and shopping resort. Strategically located in the heart of New Dubai, this 223,000 square meter center offers a full…
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Dubai, an emirate of the UAE grew overnight in one of the harshest climates in the world. It now houses Burj Al Arab which is the world’s fourth tallest hotel.…
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Pakistan is one of the prominent Islamic countries in the world, and Faisal Mosque is one of its main mosques. It is not only a place of worship, but it…
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Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, Pakistan, is one of the most premier sites of worship for the followers of Islam. The mosque is an embodiment of splendor and opulence. It is said…
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Around 4.7 million people visit Napa Valley every year. And it’s not just the delectable taste of its wines; Napa Valley is known for its mesmerizing landscape as well. What…
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Mohenjodaro
by adminMohenjodaro in Pakistan is a site of one of the oldest civilizations of the world. The word ‘Mohenjodaro’ means the ‘mound of the dead’. Due to its urban architecture, it…
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The Lahore Fort, locally known as Shahi Qila is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Lahore in Pakistan. The fortress in Lahore bears a strong architectural resemblance to…
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The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, replete with Europe’s dandy art collections, offer a striking backdrop for opulent banquets, fashion shows, receptions, banquets, product launches, and gala dinners. Two of…
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The Cason del Buen Retiro situated in the vicinity of the El Prado Museum was once a part of the Buen Retiro Palace, which was used by the then king…
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Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain, is a square famous for many beautiful monuments. The center of the square is embellished with a lovely fountain with a dominating sculpture of…
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The National Archaeological Museum of Spain also called Museo Arqueologico Nacional in Spanish, is a home to many prehistoric things. Currently, the museum has a collection of Celtic, Iberian, Greek,…
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Faro de Moncloa is a fine example of the modern architecture of Madrid that is marked by big towers, buildings, and skyscrapers. The tower was built for the purpose of…
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The iconic landmark of the Riverside Museum, sited on the banks of the River Clyde in Glasgow has been built upon the location of the former Inglis Shipyard. The Scotland’s…
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The Pyramids of Giza, situated near Al-Jizah, are a popular site in Egypt. This archeological site is located on the west bank of the Nile River and comprises the Great…
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Created with a vision to provide a promising future for Scotland, the Glasgow Science Centre offers challenging and stimulating experiences to the visitors. The buildings of the museum are made…
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One of the most popular tourist attractions in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, is the Corcovado. The Corcovado is a mountain and the name means ‘hunchback’ in Portuguese. Previously, the mountain…
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Arpoador, one of the most visited beaches in Brazil, is a neighborhood sandwiched between two of the popular beaches, viz. Copacabana and Ipanema. The beach offers stunning views of the…
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Leblon, a neighborhood in Rio De Janeiro, is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Rio. Leblon is famous for its beach that is located right next to Ipanema…
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The Pedra da Gavea mountain with the face of a big, bald, and bearded man, overlooking the city of Rio, is considered as one of the biggest rocks in the…
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The Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden is called Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro in Portuguese. The huge tropical garden was built in 1808 in the city of Rio, Brazil,…
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The National Park of Rio de Janeiro or the Tijuca Forest became the Tijuca National Park, on February 8, 1967. It is a part of the Atlantic Forest biome. Till…
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Pico do Jaragua, one of the last fragments of Atlantic Forest in Sao Paulo, is the highest mountain peak situated in the city of Sao Paulo. It is a part…
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Climb up the imposing hill of Monserrate to enjoy the breathtaking view of the capital city of Colombia, Bogotá. The hill is famous for being a point of relaxation. Nature…
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Constructed in the Gothic style, the Sao Paulo Cathedral, with its tall towers, makes the onlookers realize the greatness of God. The architecture of the Sao Paulo Cathedral has a…
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The Sao Paulo Aquarium (Aquario de Sao Paulo) is sited in the Ipiranga neighborhood, Brazil. The aquarium in Sao Paulo exhibits a variety of interesting animals such as Two-toed Sloth,…
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Gran Via, – which means Great Way, is a lively street in Madrid filled with entertainment centers like hotels and movie theaters. It has become a tourist attraction because of…
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The Plaza Mayor is located in the center of Madrid city and is a square shaped arcade. Its uniform architecture of rectangular, square features remind visitors of Place des Vosges…
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Royal Palace of Madrid, also known as Palacio Real is the abode of the King of Spain. The royal family doesn’t use this palace for residing, but it is used…
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El Rastro in Madrid, Spain, is a flea market popular with the tourists as it has a large array of items on sale. Both new and used items are sold…
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The Cairo Museum is one of the chief tourist attractions of the city and showcases around 120,000 artifacts. A must-visit destination during the trip to Cairo, the museum draws several tourists…
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Puerta del Sol is also popular as the Eastern City Gate of Madrid, Spain. The name ‘Puerta del Sol’ or ‘Sun Gate‘ is given because the sunrays first fall on…
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The Rizal Park in Manila, Philippines is a lovely park, and has attracted tourists for centuries together. The Park was also known as Bagumbayan in Spanish colonial era. The area…
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The Merlion Park located in the city-state of Singapore is a beautiful park installed with the unique Merlion structure. This statue of a creature that is half-mermaid (or fish) and…
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The legislature of Singapore consists of a single house and the President of Singapore. The President is the head of the unicameral parliament of Singapore. Presently, the Singapore Parliament is…
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The Giant Swing is one of the most-enjoyed religious sites in Bangkok. The Giant Swing is also known as Sao Ching Cha. Located in front of the Wat Suthat temple,…
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Wat Phra Kaeo, also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, is undoubtedly one of the most sacred places of Bangkok. It won’t be wrong to say that a…
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Grand Palace is a must-see destination for tourists planning a Bangkok tour. The palace is surrounded by four walls. It was built by King Rama I who took the initiative…
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The Itaipu dam was built over the Paraná River as the power plant’s reservoir. This dam is also used to control the flow of the Paraná River. The construction…
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Kathmandu Durbar Square is a very famous spot in Nepal. It is one of three Durbar squares in the place. This popular square holds the palaces of Shah and the…
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Wat Arun in Bangkok is also known as the Temple of the Dawn. Wat Arun was completed during the time of King Rama III. The temple is known for its…
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Wat Pho in Bangkok has acquired world-wide fame for housing a huge statue of Lord Buddha. It was constructed about 200 years ago and enthralls a huge number of international…
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The Petronas Twin Towers are dual skyscrapers with a postmodern design, located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Its design by Cesar Pelli is inspired by the Islamic symbol, Rub el Hizb…
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Cleopatra’s Needle in London is a granite obelisk, which is all of 68 feet and weighs 180 tons. This obelisk originally dates back to 1500 B.C. and was built for…
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Hampton Court Palace is one of the oldest and of course among the most grandiose palaces in Britain. It has a 500-year-old history and is set in the midst of…
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Wellington Arch which is also popularly referred to as the Constitution Arch is the creation of Decimus Burton. The magnificent monument is located at London’s Hyde Park corner and towards…
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Taipei 101 is the landmark of the Taipei City. It is a 508-meter-tall tower with 101 stories above and five below the ground level. Taipei 101 is named 101 because…
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Westminster Abbey is basically a Gothic Church and its profile is more of a Cathedral located in Westminster, towards the west side of the Palace of Westminster. It serves as…
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Nelson’s Column happens to be one of London’s most legendary monuments. The monument was built as a befitting tribute to Lord Nelson who was instrumental in Britain’s hard fought victory…
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Trafalgar Square is London’s largest square and has been a favourite congregation place for the quintessential Londoners since the Middle Ages. In those days, the site was known as Charing…
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Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England, is a prehistoric monument that may have served as a burial ground for Neolithic and Bronze Age societies. A circular arrangement of standing stone pillars, many…
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Are you longing for a novel experience in the warm hands of nature? Marvel at the splendor of the great African wildlife at Yankari Game Reserve. Being in the heart…
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The Big Ben in London has its own historical charm. The Big Ben is the colloquial name given to the clock tower of the Westminster Palace. On 16 October 1834, Palace…
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The place where the two houses of Parliament in the UK, the House of Commons and the House of Lords, meet – the Palace of Westminster – is an iconic…
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The British Airways London Eye is a massive Observation Wheel, which is located strategically on the picturesque south bank of the legendary River Thames. The ethereal joy of soaring high…
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Cologne Cathedral has always been a favorite haunt for globe-trotters and is one of the most frequently visited tourist attractions in Germany. Cologne Cathedral is a fine reflection of Gothic…
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The Brandenburg Gate is one of the most important landmarks in Germany. For generations the Gate has served as an entry point to Germany for travelers. It is considered as…
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The Tatev Monastery is perched atop a large basalt plateau cut into gorge by the Vorotan River in Armenia. The word “tatev” is generally used to refer to the monastery.…
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The Cathedral of Brasilia was the very first monument to have been erected in the futuristic capital city of Brasilia. The designer of the cathedral, Oscar Niemeyer, was honored with…
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British Museum has some outstanding holdings in the fields of archeology as well as ethnography. The three collections, which the museum was originally based on, were opened to public in…
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Kensington Palace has been one of the homes of the British monarchy for more than 300 years. Even today, certain apartments within the Palace are used as a residence by…
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London Zoo
by adminThe London Zoo is quite old and has a bit of history. It was opened in the year 1828 and, at the time of inception, the zoo was the abode…
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Copacabana Beach is one of the popular tourist attractions in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Rio is known for its extravagant carnivals and excellent beaches. The origin of the name of…
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You know your trip to London is incomplete if you haven’t been to the Buckingham Palace.An epitome of British monarchy, the palace stands for all that is British: its royalty,…
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The Tower of London, also known as “Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress”, a royal palace made up of a complex of several buildings, was built as a place to…
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Canoa Quebrada is a beach located in Ceará – the northeastern state of Brazil. A crescent moon and a star carved into the sandstone cliffs have become the landmark…
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Recently awarded with the ‘Best Leisure Attraction Experience Award’ in the 20th Singapore Tourism Awards, Singapore Zoo is undoubtedly one of the prime tourist attractions of Singapore. One of the…
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The history of the National Museum of Singapore is itself very interesting. The story begins with the opening of the Raffles Library and Museum in the year 1887. In the…
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Dr. Goh Keng Swee, the then Minister for Defence of Singapore, was the first one to conceive the idea of what is now known as the Jurong Bird Park. After…
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Space Center Houston is the visitor center of the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center, which is NASA’s center for spaceflight activities. The Space Center is open to the public, displaying…
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The Hoover Dam is an arched dam in the Colorado River’s Black Canyon. The dam’s location is exactly on the border between Arizona and Nevada. Constructed from concrete during the…
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Designated a National Monument in 1915, Dinosaur National Monument located on the southeast flank of the Uinta Mountains, in the USA, contains fossils of dinosaurs such as the Allosaurus and…
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Mesa Verde National Park preserves the cliff dwellings of the ancestral Puebloan people known as the Anasazi. The park spreads over more than 52,000 acres in the Montezuma County in…
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The Islands of Noronha are a part of the Southern Atlantic submarine ridge. Due to its pristine beaches, Noronha is frequently visited by tourists. The tranquil aura and the sand…
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Built as a marketplace and meeting hall, Faneuil Hall is a popular tourist attraction in Boston. The building was mostly burnt down in a fire in 1761, but it was…
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The seat of the Pope, the worldwide head of the Catholic Church, the Vatican is an independent state within Italy. Many pilgrims make the journey to Vatican City every year,…
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The Sydney Opera House is a unique and distinctive work of architecture that serves as an opera house as well as a venue for performances by celebrated musicians and other…
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The Shedd Aquarium is home to more than 22,000 fish and over 32,000 creatures in total, from about 1,500 species, including fish, marine mammals, birds, snakes, amphibians, and insects. With…
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Lincoln Park Zoo, established in 1868, is one of the oldest zoos in the United States. It is particularly well known for its collection of apes that live together in…
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The adventure at John Hancock Observatory begins when visitors enjoy the 40-second ride up the fastest elevator in the whole of North America. The 1,000 feet tall building shows people…
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Chaco Culture National Historical Park is part of the National Park System of the United States. It is noted for archeological sites of the ancient indigenous Chaco culture of the…
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Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky, United States is a United Nations World Heritage Site. Spanning across an area of 52,830 acres (21,380 hectares), it is the world’s longest known…
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A symbol of unity and freedom, the Lincoln Memorial was built in Washington DC to honor the 16th president of the USA, Abraham Lincoln. This historical monument is not only…
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The Washington Monument is an obelisk at the National Mall in Washington, USA. It was built in memory of the first President of the United States, George Washington. The site…
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The home and executive office of the President of USA, the White House, has stood as a symbol of the government and power of America for over two hundred years.…
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The US Capitol houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, the two bodies that compose the legislative branch of the US government. The construction of…
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One of the most iconic attractions in the world, Times Square has become a symbol of the bustling city and thriving culture of New York. Named after the newspaper ‘The…
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The top tourist attraction in Chicago, Navy Pier is an entertainment center of the city. Navy Pier extends out onto Lake Michigan, and features rides and attractions, restaurants, theaters, museums,…
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The Empire State Building was officially opened on May 1, 1931, as the world’s tallest building. It remained the tallest building in the world for 41 years. The building was…
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A fine example of the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture, the Gateway of India is the second landmark of Mumbai, after the ‘Film City’. The construction of the Gateway of India…
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Neither it’s an expression for an outlandish place nor a destination existing only in hyperbole. Timbuktu sits near the big bend of the Niger River on the cusp of Sahara…
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Angkor in Cambodia is a complex of religious temples at the capital of the Khmer Empire and is the most important archaeological site in the region. The most famous of…
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In 1198 AD, Qutub-ud-din-Aibak built the Qubbat-ul-Islam Mosque to the northeast of the present Qutub Minar. Around 1202, Qutub-ud-din Aibak constructed the Qutub Minar. The reason for the construction of…
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Niagara Falls is a group of massive waterfalls located on the Niagara River on the border between the United States and Canada. North America’s most powerful waterfalls – the Niagara…
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An absolute paragon of architecture and a solemn reminder of Inca civilization, Machu Picchu is an uncluttered archeological gem. This eighth wonder of the world offers an abundance of…
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A symbol of freedom, the Statue of Liberty stands in the New York Harbor, welcoming newcomers to the United States. In 1984, the Statue of Liberty was added to the…
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The history of the Red Fort is intertwined with the history of the Mughals, who made it their residence for centuries. In 1638, the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan shifted the…
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Glorious in the morning and gorgeous by night, the Eiffel Tower (La Tour Eiffel) is perhaps the best thing that ever happened to Paris. The 986-ft tall tower, which…
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Salisbury Cathedral, London, is undoubtedly Britain’s most famous 13th century Gothic cathedral. The enormous and lofty spire grabs your attention. Once you reach the Cathedral, viewing the stonework of such…
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Noble. Eternal. Sublime. Taj Mahal – a 17th-century mausoleum on the banks of the Yamuna River in Agra – is a gleaming symbol of love, devotion, and craftsmanship. Erected by…
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The Hohenzollern Castle in Germany is known as the patrimonial home of the Prussian kings. Later, this majestic palace became the home of the Swabian Princes of Hohenzollern. This ancient…
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There are many interesting places in Budapest and the Fisherman’s Bastion is one of them. This terrace featuring neo-Gothic and neo-Roman style, is a combination of a vivid landscape and…
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About Great Wall of China There is a Chinese saying that “He who has not been to the Great Wall is not a true man.” Built in 220–206 BC to…
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One of the foremost tourist attractions in Germany, the Herrenhausen Gardens (Herrenhäuser Gärten) are a treat to the eyes. The gardens are divided into several parts, such as the Great…
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Call it Gothic, call it a fairy tale, the Carson Mansion is one of the few pieces of architecture in the world that manages to baffle its viewers about its…
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The Holy Trinity Column is a Baroque style monolith in the city of Olomouc in the Czech Republic. Constructed from 1717 to 1754, the column was intended to honor and…
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Do you want to go to Boston by sea? Well then, be prepared to pass through the venerable Gateway of Boston, in the mighty Rowes Wharf. If you are exploring…
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Death Valley National Park is a place of extremes, as both the hottest and driest place in the country, as well as the largest national park in the contiguous United…
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The University of Alaska (AK) Museum of the north is an important visitor attraction and the only research and teaching museum in Alaska. The collections in the museum represent thousands…
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Opened in 1976 the California State Railroad Museum is a tribute to the role of the “iron horse”, which connected the state to the rest of the country. It features…
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The Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy is a bell tower, famous for its dramatic tilt to one side. Located adjacent to the Cathedral of Pisa, the tower has become…
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A larger-than-life statue of Jesus Christ perched on the Corcovado Mountain in Rio de Janeiro is inspiring, to say the least. The largest Art Deco statue of Jesus with his…
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New York City, also referred to as the Big Apple, is considered by a lot of people to be the greatest city in the world. One of the major attractions…
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Situated in Western Australia, in the East Kimberly region, Purnululu National Park is one of the most visited and enthralling geological landmarks in the state as well as the country.…
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In a city best known for its historic wonders, Copley Square offers a breath of fresh air with its exquisite architectural wonders. Right across the street, you have the famous…
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The Holsten Gate, also known as Holstentor, is one of the important tourist attractions in Germany. Built sometime in the 15th century, the Holsten Gate is considered as one of…
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Call them heroes or martyrs or freedom fighters or just simply some valiant men, they are immortalized on their favorite horses in the Heroes’ Square in Budapest. The Heroes’ Square…
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The Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia is one of the most famous and widely known spots of the city. This huge patch of verdant greenery is a leafy oasis amidst the ever…
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The Marksburg Castle in Germany still stands in all its past glory. It is unspoilt by the ravages of time and has become an important address for the German Castle…
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Mentawai Islands in Sumatra are amongst the exotic islands in the Indian Ocean. One of the popular locales for sightseeing in Sumatra, the islands are situated at a distance of…
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The Eltz Castle in Germany is one of the best preserved as well as one of the most beautiful castles of Germany. The castle boasts of a romantic setting with…
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Europe travel map Europe Among the seven continents of the world, continent of Europe is the second-smallest in terms of area. Though it accounts for only two percent of the…
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Asia Travel Map showing the attractive tourist destinations in Asia continent Asia, the largest continent of the world, is also known for its tourist destinations. Embark on Asia to experience…
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The Pura Besakih is the most significant temple complex located in Bali, Indonesia. For its extreme importance, this temple is also considered as the ‘Mother Temple of Bali’. This largest…
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“All sunshine makes the desert” says an Arabic proverb. Sahara Desert is a natural oven of biblical proportions in which every oasis is a refuge for intrepid travelers. From the…
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Somerset House is a neo-classical building and was the residence of the Dukes of Somerset. William Chambers built it way back in the year 1770. The building has been designed…
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A beautiful archipelago of about 778 islands – small and big – in the South Atlantic Ocean, the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) are home to just over 2,500 natives but offer…
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The Panama Canal allows ships to pass through and access the West Coast of the United States. The Panama Canal, finished in 1915, was an important part of history, taking…
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Matterhorn Mountain is easily considered by a lot of people as one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. It is certainly the most photographed and well-known summits in…
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The Amalfi Coast, known as Costiera Amalfitana in Italian runs about 50 km along the southern side of the Sorrentine Peninsula in the Province of Salerno, Italy. Amalfi village is…