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Olympic Stadium
Montreal, Canada
A white elephant is burdensome possession which cannot be disposed of, and whose upkeep far outweighs its usefulness. Montreal’s Olympic Stadium is a perfect example of a white elephant. Construction began in 1973, and was not completed until 1987. It was barely opened in time for the Olympics, but the tower and retractable roof (which has never actually retracted) remained unfin...
Wagah Border
Lahore, Pakistan
It is at this point where Pakistan and India meet. Tourists must visit the Wagah Border where they will be treated to a history lesson in Pakistan-India relations. On either side of the border, the citizens of the two countries sit on concrete steps, singing patriotic songs. Half-an-hour before sunset, a little ceremony takes place where the Pakistani and Indian guards engage in different comp...
Frick Collection
New York, United States
During his time, Henry Clay Frick was one of the most despised men in America. He was a steel magnate and one of the founders of U.S. Steel. Among other things, he was partially responsible for the Johnstown Flood, which killed more than 2,000 people, and his anti-labor efforts led to the death of sixteen men during the Homestead Strike. Frick was also an avid art collector, and after his death...
Geldmuseum
Frankfurt, Germany
Perfect for anyone curious about the way money works, Frankfurt’s Geldmuseum, located in the Ginnheim district, offers an exciting exposition of the history of money and a look into the economic side of Frankfurt. With a unique 6-themed approach to the exhibitions, the museum lay-out takes visitors through different “stages”, which each deepen your understanding of money by presenting exhibits tha...