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Saint Bartholomew's Cathedral
Frankfurt, Germany
Saint Bartholomew’s Cathedral is the largest gothic cathedral in Frankfurt at 95 meters tall. First constructed in the 14th and 15th centuries, the cathedral has seen the crowning of the kings of the Holy Roman Empire and of German emperors. In 1867, it was destroyed by a fire and rebuilt, then suffered extensive damages during World War II, but was reconstructed again in the 1950s. Address: ...
Kasthamandap (Pavilion of the Wood)
Kathmandu, Nepal
A three-roof building that according to local lore was constructed in the 12th century from the wood of a single sal tree. It was first used as a community centre for the congregation of the people before major events. It was later converted into a temple dedicated to Gorakhnath a 13th century abstinent who was linked to the royal family. Currently the building houses an image of a god which is in...
Sabana Grande
Caracas, Venezuela
The city’s most popular pedestrianized area, the Sabana Grande is focused on a one-mile long boulevard. Absolutely no vehicular entry is allowed – a law that is strictly imposed only in this locality in Caracas. The boulevard is popular for its many chic boutiques dotted along here and there – lots of variety, plenty of bargains, and quite a number of pickpockets! The eateries and coffee sh...
City Wall and Gate
Sanaa, Yemen
The seven centuries old, 40 feet high mud wall that goes around the old city is also quite well-preserved, and is a sight in itself. It contains the Bab-al-Yemen, a large portal that celebrates the entrance into the old city. Out of the original six gates that marked the entry into Sana'a, it is the only one surviving in its original shape. Slip into a time warp as you pass through the large gate,...