Famous Landmarks
The world's famous landmarks inspire wonder and have been celebrated for centuries. Learn more about famous landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal.
Chichen Itza: The Majestic Mayan City and Its Historical Significance
How Pompeii Worked
Top 10 Most Controversial Historical Sites
First Skyscraper: The Birth of Modern Urban Architecture
Steinway Tower: New York's Elegant Addition to the Skyline
432 Park Avenue: Manhattan's Tower of Elegance and Grandeur
Abraj Al Bait: The Iconic Clock Towers Complex in Mecca
Central Plaza: A Premier Student Housing Community
Exploring Riverview Plaza: A Vibrant Destination for Work and Play
The Great Pharos Lighthouse of Alexandria: A Marvel of Ancient Engineering
10 Most Endangered Lighthouses in the World
How Lighthouses Work
The Museum of Failure Celebrates Flops and Fiascoes
6 Sweet Spots Every Chocolate-lover Should Visit
Alabama Memorial Remembers the 4,400-plus Who Were Lynched in the U.S.
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The world's famous landmarks inspire wonder -- from lost cities to elegant houses of worship. Explore some of the world's greatest landmarks.
By Jerry Camarillo Dunn, Jr
In 1777, General George Washington chose the small village of Springfield as the site of the first United States arsenal to keep weapons and ammunition safe from the British. Learn more about Springfield Armory National Historic Site.
By Eric Peterson
One of the world's most recognizable buildings is surely the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Check it out, if you're so inclined....
By Jerry Camarillo Dunn, Jr
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雅典卫城是山上,优雅,一点点e structure of the Parthenon temple rises against the blue sky of Greece. Read more about the Parthenon and the Acropolis.
By Jerry Camarillo Dunn, Jr
In 1673, Indian guides showed French explorers a short land route that connected the Great Lakes with the Mississippi River System. Learn about the memorial to that discovery, the Chicago Portage National Historic Site, that preserves that vital link
By Eric Peterson
No one knows who erected the massive Stonehenge or why but the romance and mystery of it continue to fascinate. Even today during the summer solstice you can stand at the central Altar Stone and witness the sun rising precisely over the Heel Stone lo
By Jerry Camarillo Dunn, Jr
Strong as iron and delicate as lace, the Eiffel Tower is the romantic symbol of Paris. Its design was disdained by the city's artists and writers, who protested the tower's construction for the Universal Exposition. Read about the Eiffel Tower.
By Jerry Camarillo Dunn, Jr
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The Palace of Versailles: The world's most opulent playground for royalty! A chateau large enough to house 6,000 courtiers! A palace fit for a king! And not just any king, but Louis XIV. Read more about the extravagant Palace of Versailles.
By Jerry Camarillo Dunn, Jr
Coca-Cola was invented in Atlanta in 1886, and it quickly became a favorite beverage across the world. The company's showcase museum, the World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta, Georgia, is a tribute to the brand. Check out vacations to the World of Coca-Cola
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At the center of the Lincoln Memorial is a sculpture of Abraham Lincoln. One hand is clenched, one open. His gaze remains focused across the Reflecting Pool to the Washington Monument and the National Mall. Learn about vacations to Lincoln Memorial.
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Laid out by William Penn in 1682, Old City today would surely astonish him. It was a lowly waterfront district until artists began buying lofts, restoring dilapidated buildings, and introducing theater companies. Read about vacations to the Old City.
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Louisiana's Great River Road is also known as Plantation Alley. Thirty antebellum mansions and 10 other old properties sit regally on bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. Read about tours and bed-and-breakfast inns along the Great River Road.
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This Gothic-revival style cathedral is the largest of its kind in the United States with antique stained-glass windows and a towering spire. Learn more about St. Patrick's Cathedral and family vacations in New York.
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Binney and Smith Crayola Factory is a hands-on discovery center where kids can watch the crayon making process play with modeling clay paint draw and shop. Find out more about Binney and Smith Crayola Factory.
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