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The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
Melbourne, Australia
Encompassing more than 20 art galleries in its premises the place is known to have played an instrumental role in preserving the art, culture, heritage and traditions which are the epitome of Australian civilization. This novel approach towards the promotion of art has motivated a number of people to showcase their work and has encouraged others to explore this talent within them. The place also a...
Hala Sultan Tekke
Larnaca, Cyprus
Believed to be the site of the grave of Umm Haram, the wife of Ubada bin al-Samit, Hala Sultan Tekke is a prominent shrine for Muslims. The tombs were discovered around the 18th century, and have attracted lots of visitors since. The grave and tomb has now been transformed into a magnificent mosque on its premises, with an extensive octagonal fountain structure next to it. The site is visited by t...
Giraffe Center
Nairobi, Kenya
Rothschild Giraffes faced a fear of extinction. It was this center which made an all out effort to save them. There are Giraffes which can come and feed from your hands here now. It is a favorite with children. There are also bushbucks, dik-diks and warthogs found here. The gift and souvenir shop is well stocked and not very expensive. The Giraffe Manor in the premises is now an up market ho...
Astronomical Clock
Prague, Czech Republic
Old Town Hall Times: the chiming times are every hour on the hour from 9am to 9pm Don’t bother trying to read the time on this clock (look to the clock above it for the time) which is a mechanical marvel, constructed in 1490. Crowds gather before this clock to witness Death ring a bell, inverts his hourglass and the 12 apostles parade through the windows then a cock crows – all in the spac...