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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 ...
Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque
Brunei Darussalam, Brunei
Named after the 28th sultan, this mosque is considered to be the symbol of Islamic culture within Brunei and is an impressive example of Islamic architecture. Opening in 1958, the mosque is open to visitors when it is not being used for prayers. As with any mosque, you must remove your shoes before entering. If dressed inappropriately you will be given a robe upon entry. Tel: +637 222 2623 ...
Solidere Clock Tower
Beirut, Lebanon
Located in Nejmeh Square (nejmeh means star, and is so named because the six roads converging on the square resemble a star) in Downtown Beirut, the Solidere Clock Tower is an iconic symbol of Beirut. It dates from the French Mandate and is one of the few historic structures that remain intact in Downtown. The tower managed to survive the civil war relatively unscathed. Other than the clock...
Sairan Lake/Big Almaty Lake
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Address: 28 km south outside Almaty Situated on the southern suburbs of the city, this large, man-made mountain lake inside the Bolshaya Almatinka river gorge, is a wonder to behold. 2500 meters above sea level, It is surrounded on all sides by towering mountain peaks covered with pine forests, lush green in summer and frozen over in winters. The colors of the lake also change according to the ...