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Rumeli Fortress
Istanbul, Turkey
Rumeli Fortress, also called Rumelihisarı, was built by Ottoman Sultan Mehmet II (aka the Conqueror) for the final siege of Constantinople. Its position on a bend in the Bosphorus, at its narrowest point, meant no ships could get in from or out of the city to the Black Sea. Construction began in April 1452 and lasted four months. Constantinople finally fell in April of the next y...
Griffith Park
Los Angeles, United States
Griffith Park is one of the largest urban parks in the United States and is the second largest city park in California. Often referred to as the Central Park of Los Angeles, visitors to Griffith Park can attend concerts under the stars at the Greek Theatre, hit golf balls on one of two 18-hole golf courses, or swim in the swimming pool during the summer months. Griffith Park also boast...
Lenin Statue
Hanoi, Vietnam
The Lenin Statue is a monument to the Soviet leader at the triangular playground called Lenin Park; on Duong Dien Bien Phu Street. The monument faces the Army Museum, and is probably one of the world's few standing reminders of the Russian revolution, which today is difficult to find in Russia itself. ...
Elevador de Santa Justa
Lisbon, Portugal
Looking at this neo-Gothic elevator you would swear you’ve seen something like it before – that’s because it was designed by Rual Mesnier, the apprentice of Gustave Eiffel. The only vertical street lift in the city, get in early to beat the crowds and go to the top to experience all-encompassing views of the city. Tel: +213 613 054 Address: Cnr Rua de Santa Justa & Largo do Carmo Opening ...