The Erasmus Bridge is a prime example of Rotterdam’s innovative modern architecture. The Erasmus Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge that crossed the Nieuwe Maas River and is the primary bridge leading to the heart of Rotterdam, Netherlands. Construction on the bridge began in 1990 and the bridge was opened by Queen Beatrix in 1996. The…
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Raohe Street Night Market is a great place to taste a variety of authentic Taiwanese street food. To say that night markets are popular in Taiwan would be an understatement as there are over 100 night markets in Taiwan. The Shilin Night market is the most famous and the largest night market in Taiwan but…
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The USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world today. Launched in 1797, it earned the name of “Old Ironsides” during the War of 1812. The USS Constitution was built in Boston and it is permanently docked in the Boston neighborhood of Charlestown since 1934 as part of the Boston National Historic…
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Mount Maunganui Volcano is a sacred Maori site that is located on the end of a peninsula along the shores of the Bay of Plenty. Mount Maunganui Volcano is a stunning lush green conical extinct volcano that rises from the South Pacific Ocean to a height of 232 meters along the coast of New Zealand’s…
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The Cathedral of Seville is the largest gothic cathedral, the third largest cathedral and is also the final resting place of Christopher Columbus. The Cathedral of Seville was built by converting a mosque that was originally built on the site. The construction of the mosque started in 1172 and when Seville was concurred by Ferdinand…
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Prague’s Astronomical Clock is the world’s oldest working clock of its kind. Prague’s Astronomical Clock was installed in the Old Town City Hall Tower in 1410. In addition to telling the time in three different numerical systems, it also features an astronomical dial. Above the clock is an hourly show called “The Walk of the…
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Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is an escape to nature that is located just minutes from downtown Miami at the southern tip of Key Biscayne. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park is a 494 acre recreation area that occupies the southern third of the island of Key Biscayne. The park is a place for…
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The Bangkok Flower Market is one of the top five ranked flower market in the world. The Bangkok Flower Market is located just off the Chao Phraya River in the historical district close to the Grand Palace and Wat Po. Typical to most of Bangkok’s markets, it is a maze of narrow lanes and countless…
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Greek legend says that Delos Island is the mythological birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. Delos Island is a tiny island that is only 5 km x 1.3 km and is no longer inhabited by residents. It is located just a short 20 minute boat ride from Mykonos, Greece. Because of its mythological significance, the ancient…
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Rif Mangrove Park is a unique city park that is a nature reserve for plants, birds and marine animals. Rif Mangrove Park differs from other mangrove nature reserves because it is located inside the city of Willemstad and only 1.4 km (0.89 miles) from the city center. Its location makes it easy to visit both…
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The highlight of downtown Boulder is the Pearl Street Outdoor Mall. Pearl Street Outdoor Mall is a vibrant pedestrian zone that stretches from 8th to 20th streets in downtown Boulder, Colorado. The mall features restaurants, bars, retail shops and some interesting local charm. Shops The retail shops include many brand name stores that can be…
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The changing of the guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace is undisputedly the most famous Changing of the Guard ceremony in the world. Permanent Royal Bodyguards have been responsible for guarding the King or Queen since 1656 but the changing of the guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace didn’t start until 1837 after Queen Victoria moved to…
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