Architecture
Far more than just your typical bridge, the Pont du Gard (Roman aqueduct bridge) in southern France was once a virtual lifeline to the city of Nimes. The Pont du Gard was part of a 50 km aqueduct that ran from Uzes, at the source of the Eure, all the way to Nimes where it was one of the main ...
So many times in life we find ourselves looking back at where we've been, what we've done, what we would have changed, etc. Instead we should be looking forward, looking to see what's up ahead, looking to see what the world has to offer. It's our past that brought us to where we are today. So cross each bridge as ...
The Stari Most bridge (also known as the "Old Bridge") was originally built way back in 1566 during the height of the Ottoman Empire. It was a Turkish architect who designed the bridge, commissioned by Suleiman the Magnificant, to replace the wooden suspension bridge that had previously been built to span the Neretva River. However, Stari Most became much more ...
Viewed by millions as the most stunning and beautiful mosque in all of Malaysia, the Ubudiah Mosque is a true architectural masterpiece. The mosque is located in Kuala Kangsar and was built back in 1917. Thankfully, due to it's strong structure and classic design, it will continue to be a "must-see" destination for years and years to come.
When you see cranes high above the city, sitting atop a large building, you know they are working on making their mark on the city skyline. They are striving to achieve the unachievable. They are hoping to build the previously unattainable structure that will permanently change the city's skyline. Their construction moves forward, resting on the knowledge that their work ...
The Ambassador Bridge, connecting Detroit, Michigan and Windsor, Ontario is more than a simple suspension bridge connecting two countries. It is the busiest international border crossing in all of North America.
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge, known by many as Florida's "flag bridge", spans 5.5 miles (8.85 km) across Tampa bay in order to connect the cities of St. Petersburg and Terra Ceia, Florida. The current Sunshine Skyway Bridge is not the first bridge to span Tampa Bay in this location though.
Spanning the Danube River to join Buda and Pest is the stunning Széchenyi Chain Bridge in Budapest, Hungary. Opened back in 1849, the Széchenyi Chain Bridge was the first permanent bridge across the Danube River. Count Széchenyi apparently commissioned the building of the bridge after he was stranded on the Pest side. Unfortunately, because his dream took around 50 years ...
When you travel to Vancouver, BC, Canada there are many interesting places to go and incredible sites to see. But if you are looking for one of the most photographed and a "world first", then head on down to Vancouver's Gastown to check out the World's First Steam Powered Clock. Originally built in 1977, the Gastown Steam Clock has been ...
If you are the adventurous type and aren't afraid of heights, one place you must visit is North Vancouver, B.C. Canada. Why? Well, that's where you'll find the incredible Capilano Suspension Bridge. It's one of Vancouver's hottest tourist attractions and if you are daring enough to venture out, the Capilano Suspension Bridge will give you a whole new perspective on ...
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