Zenkov's Cathedral

Zenkov's Cathedral

The building, completed in 1907 and 56 metres tall, is one of the tallest wooden structures in the world, which despite being built without a single nail, has survived several earthquakes Views from all four sides are different and a walk around is worth doing.  On one side is an open area where stalls are laid out for children’s activities and rides. Located in the Park of the 28 Panfilov…

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Bayterek, Astana

Bayterek Tower is a monumental observation tower in Astana, the capital city of Kazakhstan. It is one of the most iconic landmarks in the city and is considered a symbol of post-independence Kazakhstan. The tower was designed by Akmurza Rustembekov and was completed in 2002. It is 105 meters tall and consists of a narrow cylindrical shaft topped by a gold-mirrored sphere. The sphere symbolizes a…

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Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Srirangam

It is one of the most illustrious Vaishnava temples in South India rich in legend and history. The temple has played an important role in Vaishnavism history starting with the 11th-century career of Ramanuja and his predecessors Nathamuni and Yamunacharya in Srirangam. It was one of the hubs of the early Bhakti movement with a devotional singing and dance tradition, but this tradition stopped…

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Museum of The Future, Dubai

The Museum of the Future is an exhibition space for innovative and futuristic ideologies, services, and products. Located in the Financial District of Dubai, UAE, the Museum of the Future has three main elements: green hill, building, and void. Founded by the Dubai Future Foundation The museum’s striking exterior also stands out thanks to its artistic use of Arabic calligraphy, which functions…

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Burj Khalifa

Inaugurated in 2010, the Burj Khalifa is the tallest structure and building in the world. The total height is at 829.8 m and the roof height is 828 m. With a total height of 829.8 m (2,722 ft, or just over half a mile) and a roof height (excluding an antenna but including a 223 m spire) of 828 m (2,717 ft), the Burj Khalifa has been the tallest structure and building in the world since its…

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Dubai Frame

Dubai Frame: Dubai Frame measures 150 metres high and 93 metres wide Over 9,900 cubic metres of reinforced concrete, 2,000 tons of steel and 2,900 square metres of laminated glass were used in its construction More than 15,000 square metres of gold-coloured stainless steel covers Dubai Frame, a design inspired by the Expo 2020 Dubai logo Dubai Frame’s rectangular design was also inspired by…

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Dubai Dhow Cruise - Marina Skyscrapers

Dubai Dhow Cruise – Marina Skyscrapers

Dhows are traditional sailing vessels made from teak wood. In the past, dhows were used as carriers to transport various types of cargo including fruits and other heavy merchandise. The skyline of Dubai Marina as seen from the sea during our dhow cruise Today, these spectacular boats are no longer restricted to cargo transportation. In recent decades, many dhows have been transformed into…

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Rock Fort Temple, Trichy

Rock Fort Temple, Trichy

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Brihadeeswarar Temple, Thanjavur

Brihadishvara Temple, also called Rajarajesvaram or Peruvudaiyār Kōvil, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva located in Thanjavur The original monuments of this 11th-century temple were built around a moat. It included gopura, the main temple, its massive tower, inscriptions, frescoes and sculptures predominantly related to Shaivism, but also to Vaishnavism and Shaktism traditions of Hinduism.…

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Amsterdam - City of 1500 Bridges

Amsterdam – City of 1500 Bridges

Dam Square

Dam Square is one of the most tourist-packed areas of Amsterdam, and for good reason. Its most prominent feature is the 17th-century Royal Palace (Koninklijk Palace), former home of the Dutch royal family and present-day venue for royal functions. Dam Square is also home to top tourist attractions like the New Church (Nieuwe Kerk); Madame Tussauds wax museum; and the National…

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Canals of Amsterdam

Amsterdam, capital of the Netherlands, has more than one hundred kilometers of grachten (canals), about 90 islands and 1,500 bridges.

The three main canals (Herengracht, Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht), dug in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, form concentric belts around the city, known as the Grachtengordel.

Alongside the main canals are 1550 monumental buildings. The…

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Heroes' Square, Budapest

Heroes’ Square, Budapest

Hősök tere, or Heroes Square is one of the major squares in Budapest, Hungary noted for its iconic statue complex featuring the Seven chieftains of the Magyars and other important Hungarian national leaders, as well as the Memorial Stone of Heroes, often erroneously referred as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The square lies at the outbound end of Andrássy Avenue next to City Park

The square…

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Prague Castle, Prague

Prague Castle, Czech Pražský hrad, also called Hradčany, collective name for an aggregation of palaces, churches, offices, fortifications, courtyards, and gardens in Prague, covering approximately 110 acres (45 hectares). The castle was formerly the seat of the kings of Bohemia and is currently the official residence of the president of the Czech Republic. It lies within the historic centre of…

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City of a hundred Spires: Prague

City of a hundred Spires: Prague

🇨🇿Prague, Czech Republic – I was chocked up with emotion when I first got out of the train station! Prague is simply stunning! A picture-postcard city divided into the old & new town, it’s full of history, culture, beautiful architectural structures & has a very vibrant atmosphere both day and night! Lots of museums, monuments, cathedrals and bridges. It’s densely populated with tourists, all…

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Brandenburg Gate, Berlin

The Brandenburg Gate is an 18th-century neoclassical monument in Berlin, built on the orders of Prussian king Frederick William II after the (temporarily) successful restoration of order during the early Batavian Revolution.

Brandenburg Gate is Berlin’s most famous landmark. A symbol of Berlin and German division during the Cold War, it is now a national symbol of peace and unity.

One of…

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Charles Bridge, Prague

Charles Bridge is a historic bridge that crosses the Vltava river in Prague, Czech Republic. Its construction started in 1357 under the auspices of King Charles IV, and finished in the beginning of the 15th century. The bridge replaced the old Judith Bridge built 1158–1172 that had been badly damaged by a flood in 1342. This new bridge was originally called Stone Bridge (Kamenný most) or Prague…

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National Monument, Amsterdam

The National Monument, known as “Nationaal Monument op de Dam” in Dutch, is a World War II monument in Amsterdam.

Located in Dam Square, the monument was built in 1956 to honor the casualties of the war. In May of each year, the Remembrance of the Dead ceremony is held to remember all those who were lost in the war.

Dam Square is the historic centre of the Dutch national capital of…

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