Few new travel experiences can compare to the sense of majesty and awe that comes with dipping into warm, tropical waters and finding an altogether new world. A kaleidoscope of…

Bears can be found in South America, North America, Europe, and Asia in eight different species. Some animals, particularly in locations where they have become accustomed to humans, can be…

The term skyscraper became widespread in the late 19th century as a result of public awe at the tall structures being built in Chicago and New York City. Because they…

The study of Buddhism has inspired some of the world’s most stunning artistic creations, most notably the Buddharupa statues that adorn Buddhist temples of devotion. The Awakened One and his…

Any of these skywalks found across the world might easily hit a home run for travelers who like amazing vistas. As much as the eye can see, there are breathtaking…

For hundreds of years, lighthouses have kept ships from running aground at the entrances of gorgeous bays and natural harbors. Regrettably, many of them have grown obsolete and have been…

A dome is a hemispheric construction that often serves as a ceiling or roof. Several distinct cultures have employed dome constructions constructed of diverse materials throughout history. Dome tombs were…

Churches have traditionally been considered among society’s most essential and majestic structures, as they are created and erected to hold religious ceremonies to elicit and inspire God’s adoration. Because religious…

The Mausolus Mausoleum was a tomb built at Halicarnassus for Mausolus, a Persian Empire governor. The structure was regarded such an aesthetic accomplishment by Antipater of Sidon that he named…

Humans have been building towers since the dawn of time. Ancient Jericho’s walls, one of the first city walls ever built, were topped by a stone tower. Later civilizations frequently…

A fjord is a long, narrow arm of the sea created by glacier activity with steep slopes. Fjords are considered by many to be the very symbol of Norway. This…

Monasteries are generally built in scenic and secluded locations, away from the distractions of bustling cities and towns, because peace and quiet are essential to an ascetic life. Monks constructed…