A bit out of the way, but worth the trip is the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA) in the barrio of Castelar. It showcases works by some of the best Latin American artists around and is a beautiful building in itself. There is an attached library, gift shop and café. It is open Thursday to Monday 12:00pm to 8:00pm, and Wednesday 12:00pm to 9:00pm. General admission is $18. ...
The Iveagh Gardens are one of Dublin's great hidden treasures. They're actually located just across the street from Saint Stephen's Green in the heart of Dublin. Originally a small commons and later a pleasure garden, the Iveagh Gardens had fallen into disrepair by the mid-nineteenth century. It was renovated in 1863 by brewing heir and Dublin mayor Benjamin Guinness behind his h...
Located near the Jet d’Eau, this garden houses the famous “Flower Clock,” the largest flower clock in the world, symbolizing Geneva’s dedication to living harmoniously with nature. The dial is made up of around 6,500 flowers that are replaced with new arrangements several times in a year. The park also contains several notable works of art, including benches, fountains, and the popular ‘Monument N...
The first thing you’ll notice about this museum is the striking architecture – a blend of Venetian and Ottoman styles. It was built as a residence in 1920 by Nicholas Ibrahim Sursock, a member of the Lebanese aristocracy. After his death it was supposed to be converted into a museum per his request, but was instead used for fancy receptions. The museum was not established until t...