The Apprentice. A mixed‑use, ~202 m Fifth Avenue tower by architect Der Scutt housing the Trump Organization HQ, retail, offices, and condominiums; it was built on the former Bonwit Teller flagship site and became a Midtown icon. The interior centers on a privately owned public atrium with shops and dining, with residences on upper floors; in the 2000s it gained additional fame as a fil […]
Located about 10 km southeast of Curaçao’s coast, the island is a tropical paradise with white sand, turquoise water, and an abandoned lighthouse. It was once used as a quarantine zone for slaves and later for phosphate mining. Today it’s a popular spot for snorkeling, diving, and beach relaxation.
A fortified police outpost on the Handasa‑gawa near the 50th parallel, ringed by a high earthen rampart with loopholes, corner pillboxes, a ditch and wire obstacles; it was assaulted on 11–12 August 1945 and is now commemorated by annual reenactments near nearby Roshchino.
The exhibitions span the restored Rothschild Palais and a contemporary wing by Staab Architekten, focusing on culture and daily life, key city families, and remembrance. The Museum Judengasse branch presents original house foundations of the ghetto and early modern life, complementing the new permanent show “We Are Now” on contemporary identity. The Frank Family Center preserves the est […]
At an altitude of around 1700 meters lies a small community living in the harsh conditions of a volcanic caldera. Grapes are cultivated here and wine is produced using mineral-rich soil. After destructive eruptions in 1995 and 2014, part of the village was rebuilt, preserving its secluded and powerful natural atmosphere.
Since 1334 Clarissa nuns from the monastery stood here. This was one large three-nave church, each ship has a polygonal apse. Queen Elizabeth (Charles Robert's wife) was founded, who was buried here in 1380. - Beautifully preserved basement walls canbe see on courtyard of Elementary School] (MAkus street, 2). The center of Hungarian Clarissa monasteries destruction beyond 1541 can do. T […]
A medieval fortress built from shell limestone similar to that used in Derbent Fortress. Originally two stories, now partially buried. Its architecture is simple, but the observation deck offers stunning views of the mountains and village. A small museum nearby is free to visit, with optional guided tours for donations.
Of the main embankments of St. Petersburg, the Admiralty Embankment is the shortest, its length is only 414 meters, and there are only 8 houses on it. The Admiralty Embankment is located in the very heart of the Northern capital, runs along the left bank of the Bolshaya Neva River, starts from the intersection of Dvortsovy Proezd with Dvortsovaya Embankment and Dvortsovy Bridge, in the […]
Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of Australia’s most well known and photographed landmarks. It is the world’s largest (but not the longest) steel arch bridge with the top of the bridge standing 134 meters (440 feet) above Sydney Harbour. It took eight years to build and opened in March 1932. Because the steel expands or contracts depending on whether it is hot or cold the bridge is not com […]
This small seaside town on the Alabaster Coast became popular in the 19th century due to its unique rock formations. The white chalk cliffs, formed millions of years ago, rise above the Atlantic coast, creating natural arches and a needle rock that have become symbols of the region. The town retains its Belle Époque charm, with a wooden market, villas, and gardens. Claude Monet, Gustave […]
The building at Döbrentei Utca 10 was designed and built by Alajos Hauszmann himself in 1892 as his private residence. The architecture of the house combines Neo-Renaissance and eclectic elements, with richly decorated facades, balconies, ornaments, and sculptural details. Hauszmann was one of Hungary’s most influential architects, author of the Royal Palace, the Technical University bu […]
For a prehistoric adventure, head out to Parque Cretácico near the whitewashed city of Sucre, which houses the world’s largest collection of dinosaur footprints. Travel back in time some 68 million years, when dinosaurs ruled the earth and most of the surrounding region was at sea level. The museum has an auditorium and series of exhibitions detailing this critical part of evolution, an […]
The complex on the left bank of the Neisse River was created under Prince von Pückler’s design combining medieval fortifications with the principles of picturesque landscape. The three-storey palace with its tower is complemented by orangeries, bridges and broad avenues. It was burned down at the end of World War II and remained a ruin until restoration began in 1993 and concluded in 20 […]
The Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz, also known as Auschwitz, was established in occupied Poland by order of Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himmler on April 27, 1940. Under it, the former barracks in the city of Auschwitz were allocated. In world practice, it is customary to use the German name "Auschwitz", and not the Polish "Auschwitz", since it was the German name that was used by the Na […]
The area is inhabited by the Batammariba people, known for their mud tower houses called takienta. These dwellings reflect social structure, beliefs, and lifestyle. Architecture, rituals, agriculture, and natural elements form a unified cultural complex recognized by UNESCO. The Koutammakou landscape in north-eastern Togo, which extends into neighbouring Benin, is home to the Batammarib […]
At the northern slope of the Greater Caucasus lies a protected area with alpine meadows, forests, and rocky ridges. The Assa and Armkhi rivers run through it, and the climate shifts from warm to cold depending on elevation. Over 160 cultural heritage sites, including martial towers, temples, and necropolises, are preserved within the natural complex. Square: 59,7 sq.m.
In the rural area of Trás di Munti behind Monte Graciosa mountain lies a center preserving and passing on craft traditions. Visitors can see old mechanical tools, take part in clay modeling, and end the day with a lunch featuring cachupa — the national dish.