TRAVEL FACT: Dating back to 125 AD, the Pantheon was studied by many architects of the Renaissance era.
The grand site of Ancient Olympia! The best way to get the most out of your visit is to race in the stadium like the athletes used to do
The twin temples were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, as a lasting monument to himself and his queen
An incredible place. With such unparalleled preservation, it is hard not to imagine what it was like as a bustling city of 250,000 in the first century BC. Fabulous digs!
You need more than a day to explore Ephesus. I recommend you to spend 2 days for this extremely beautiful antic city. You won't regret it
If you get your Windsor Castle ticket stamped before you leave it is valid for a whole year
One of the 7 Wonders of the World, this place is a must visit, even though unfortunately it's just a pile of rocks. Entrance: 8TL.
A magnificent stadium and the place were the first Olympic Games were held. Don't miss to wander around in the rest archaeological site of Olympia. U will be amazed by its beauty! Read more.
Tips left here earned foursquare a block from the Great Firewall of China on June 4, 2010, the anniversary of the Tian'anmen Square Massacre; it's been blocked in China ever since. [LINK] Read more.
In a hutong nearby the Forbidden City, UK-born art critic and collector Karen Smith created a studio showcasing her arts. Read more.
Big Ben refers to the 13 ton bell in the clock tower of Westminster Palace. Opinion is divided as to whether it was named after the then Commissioner of Works, or a famous prize-fighter of the time.
TRAVEL FACT: The Arc de Triomphe was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 and memorializes the war heroes of France. Beneath houses the Tomb of the Unknown Solider.
This famous building is a must-see if you love history and stunning architecture. One of the largest palaces in the world, this is home to the famous Hall of Mirrors. The Palace opens at 9am.
The inside is even more intresting that the outside. Especially the mirrored marble on the walls.
TRAVEL FACT: St. Peter's Basilica has the largest interior of any Christian church in the world, holding 60,000 people.
This 1962 TIME cover captured the mood of a newly partitioned city. "Seldom in history have blocks and mortar been so malevolently employed."
Borobudur is a 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist monument. The monument comprises six square platforms topped by three circular platforms, and is decorated with 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues.
Отели со стороны моря дороже. Отойдите на соседние улицы, там дешевле. Например, Пеликан за 50 евро на двоих с завтраком!
While the daily changing of the guards is a tourist magnet, this majestic palace is a London icon and home of the Queen. You know that she is in residence when the flag is flying above the palace!
The Washington Monument was formally dedicated on February 22, 1885, and at the time of its construction, it was the tallest building in the world; it remains the tallest stone structure in the world.
Construction began in 1914, and the memorial was opened to the public in 1922. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his famous "I Have a Dream" speech to a crowd by the Lincoln Memorial in 1963 .
Orgullosos de este monumento que nos identifica tanto. Si te apasiona correr, y vienes de turismo por Segovia, no dudes contactar con nosotros y te enseñamos los sitios más emblemáticos de Segovia
Download the free podcast by Rick Steves for a great guided tour of this impressive site.
The view of both falls is better from the Canadian side. You get a good view of just rapids on the American side.
Amazing! Preikestolen is a massive cliff 604 metres (1982 feet) The top of the cliff is approximately 25 by 25 metres (82 feet), almost flat, and is a famous tourist attraction in Norway.
An artificial archipelago in the shape of a palm tree! If you're with kids, go to the water park Aquaventure and the Atlantis. You can also have a fancy dinner at Ossiano, a fine dining restaurant.
Maldives This is the beautiful, silent, up to date and out-of-the-way. The very rare combination found on the beaches in the world. Welcome to Maldives. The best quiet beach in the world
President Obama discussed a shift in the nation's strategic military objectives -- with a goal of moving away from the expansive wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and toward a new focus for the future. Read more.
The United Nations relocated here from its first headquarters in Flushing Meadows Park, Queens, in 1951.
While taking in the sights on the Staten Island Ferry, have a look at this 1970s photo of a trash barge headed down the East River from our Documerica Collection. Don't forget to recycle! Read more.
Jiaozhou Bay Bridge is 42.5 kilometres (26.4 mi) long, making it according to Guinness World Records the world's
JAPAN's massive new tower, the "Tokyo Sky Tree", will open on May 22, 2012, as one of the world's tallest structure.
- - Height of the Tower. Since its opening in 1958, the Tokyo Tower has been the world's tallest self-supporting steel tower. The Eiffel Tower in Paris is 320 m high. - -
Being the 2nd tallest skyscraper in the world, this is a must-see for all visitors. Aside from seeing the impressive architecture, you can also ride the world's fastest elevators. Open 10am to 10pm.
The Empire State Building opened ahead of schedule in 1931 taking only one year and 45 days to build. It is currently the tallest building in NYC.
The most iconic hotel in the world. Take advantage of reception desks on every floor, rain showers and jacuzzis in every suite, a Rolls-Royce fleet, butlers on call around the clock and dining under t
This is the hotel to conquer your fear of heights! The infinity pool here has a to die for view. Just don't get to close to the edge!
the famous party in the world, almost 20000 people come here every month for enjoy party on the beach
PHOTO: Check out the view looking down on the Top of the Rock in this aerial shot from 1934! Read more.
Venice is renowned for the beauty of its setting, its architecture and its artworks. The city in its entirety is listed as World Heritage Site, along with its lagoon.
San Alfonso del Mar is a private resort located in Algarrobo, (Chile). It is notable for having the Guinness world record for the largest swimming pool in the world.
Ålesund is a town and municipality in Møre og Romsdal county (Norway). Region. It is a sea port and is noted for its unique concentration of Art Nouveau architecture.
Jiuzhaigou Valley ( Chinese: 九寨沟 ) is a nature reserve and national park located in northern Sichuan . It is known for its many multi-level waterfalls, colorful lakes, and snow-capped peaks.
4 or 5 pm in the afternoon is a good time to check the site, it'll be not too hot by then. Dont go visit on peak seasons it'll be very very crowded.
Tallest in Africa, a national park, waterfalls and other great attractions to start off or try out at it's foot before climbing.
