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Milad Tower
Tehran, Iran
Only a short metro ride north of the city is the Milad tower which features a 435m radio and satellite antenna, a viewing deck, a revolving restaurant and a sky dome. It is the tallest concrete tower in Iran and has an octagonal base, symbolic of Persian architecture....
Al Qasba Canal
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
This strip, which runs on both banks of a canal and are linked by a twinkling bridge, has a great assortment of cafes, restaurants and family-orientated entertainment. The strip itself is a car-free zone and strolling is encouraged though be prepared for crowds on Friday nights and Saturdays. For a grand view of the city there is the Eye of the Emirates (Sun-Thu 4pm-midnight, Fri 4pm-1am, Sat 10am...
Sharjah Desert Park
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
This park is located 26 kilometers from the city centre and has four venues stretched over 1 sq-km; there is a café and picnic facilities on the grounds. The biggest venue here is the Arabian Wildlife Centre (531 1999) which incorporates a zoo and a breeding centre. There is an indoor aviary that houses flamingoes, houbara bustards and Indian rollers while the outdoor enclosures have baboons, stri...
Saint James's Park
London, United Kingdom
St. James’s Park used to be a swamp. The land was purchased by Henry VIII in 1532. His successor, James I, drained the swamp, landscaped the gardens, and introduced exotic birds and animals. Charles II, inspired by the French royal gardens he saw while in exile, redecorated the park and opened it to the public. The park we see today is the product of a remodeling effort u...