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Customs House
Brisbane, Australia
This building was originally where all ships entering Brisbane Harbour were required to pay duties for almost a century. The University of Queensland now leases the building for private gatherings and fundraisers which is not surprising given its beauty. The ground floor has a free gallery that displays diverse exhibits. Phone: 3365 8909 Location: 399 Queen Street Admission: Free ...
The Temple of Poseidon
Athens, Greece
The temple of Poseidon is also not to be missed. Originally the temple consisted of 34 columns. Today 15 of these original columns are still standing. In ancient times, the temple of Poseidon, the god of the sea, was a relief when viewed by sailors who were now assured that their voyage was about to conclude and that they were soon to arrive on land. The Aegean Sea is beautiful to look out on. It ...
Auckland Zoo
Auckland, New Zealand
Address: Auckland Zoo, Motions Rd, Western Springs. Tel: 64 9 360 3800. Timings: September-May: 9.30AM-5.30PM June-August: 9.30AM-5PM. There are 150 animal species and 500 animals in various habitats, including the rainforest. Admissions: adults NZ$16, children 4-15 NZ$8, seniors and students with ID NZ$12, family rates are also ...
Château de Vincennes
Paris, France
Today the suburb of Vincennes is one of the most densely populated cities in Europe, but back in the twelfth century, it was nothing more than a forest outside Paris. Much like its more famous cousin in Versailles, the Palace at Vincennes started off as a hunting manor. It was built by Louis VII sometime in the mid-twelfth century. There are only a few scattered archaeological ...