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Binbirdirek Cistern
Istanbul, Turkey
The Binbirdirek Cistern, also known as the Cistern of Philoxenos, is a subterranean reservoir near the Hippodrome. It was originally built in the fourth century AD beneath the Palace of Antiochus. The cistern was used up until the Ottoman conquest in 1453 when it was abandoned. In the 17th century it was rediscovered, though it has remained unused. The cistern is capable of...
Shanghai Circus World
Shanghai, China
Shanghai's famed troupe frequently conducts acrobatic, circus and magic shows at this venue. These performances are excellent and often feature lions, elephants, pandas and tigers. Timings: Wednesday, Friday & Saturday performances-7:30 P.M Admission: Y 80- Y 600 Address: Gonghe Xin Lu 2266 Tel: 021-5665-6622 Website: www.circus-world.com ...
The National Museum
Nairobi, Kenya
Just outside the city centre, it is famous for housing ancient Kenyan tribal and prehistoric Leakey artifacts. It also has geological exhibits and all varieties of preserved butterflies, birds and animals can be seen here. The museum has contemporary African art as well as cultural and art forms of the past. The Kikuyu homestead has been replicated and there is a snake park in the grounds of this ...
Apartheid Museum
Johannesburg, South Africa
The Apartheid Museum is a stark reminder of the brutal history of South Africa, and is a very interesting bit of architecture. Address: Corner of Northern Parkway and Gold Reef Road, Ormonde Telephone: +27 (0)11 309 4700 Website: http://www.apartheidmuseum.org/ Opening hours: Tues-Sun 1000-1700 Admission charge ...