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The Citadel
Damascus, Syria
This historic site has witnessed much of the life of Damascus. Located in the Old City, it was built by the Selujiks at the end of the 11th and during the beginning of the 12th centuries. Subsequent invaders and rulers all made modifications leaving their mark on the Citadel. One of them, Saladin, who was the famous Ayubbid sultan, further strengthened the Citadel to resist attacks during the Crus...
Great Hall of the People
Beijing, China
The Great Hall of the People is one of ten buildings (creatively known as the Ten Great Buildings) constructed to honor the tenth anniversary of the People’s Republic of China in 1959. All are around today – among them the National Museum of China, the Beijing Railway Station, and the Chinese People’s Revolutionary Military Museum. All were built in the modernist style, heavily influenced by Sov...
Al-Balad (Old Town)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
The top sight of the city, Old Al-Balad city is the reflection of historic Jeddah. Although the wall has been torn down years ago, it represents the way of living of old arabs in its buildings and the tile and woodwork done in them, if you are interested in old architecture and workmanship on wood and calligraphy, this is the place you have to see. You will also find souks and coral houses in this...
Shalimar Gardens
Lahore, Pakistan
These magnificent gardens were made by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in the 1640s. The gardens cover an area of over 80 acres. They are built at the three levels corresponding to the Giver of Pleasure, Giver of Goodness and the Giver of Life. Beautiful trees and shrubs are aplenty and white marble structures dot the gardens here and there. There are about 450 fountains. A great spot for picnicking, th...