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Panteao Nacional (National Pantheon)
Lisbon, Portugal
While intended to be a church, this structure now pays homage to the heroes and heroines of Portugal including explorer Vasco da Gama and fadista Amalia Rodrigues. While the outside of the structure is porcelain white, the dome within, being all pink marble and gold lining, resembles a Faberge egg. Like most of Lisbon’s attractions, this one also boasts a brilliant view of the river. Address: Ca...
Murabba Palace (Qasr al-Murabba)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Murabba Palace (Qasr al-Murabba), (next to National Museum). (6-9 PM Sun-Fri). This is Riyadh's second old mud-brick palace, built by King Abdul Aziz after he conquered Masmak Fortress because he wanted a more strategically powerful fort. This two-story structure does have an intimidating look and feel to it, but permits are no longer needed to venture inside, where you can find interesting items ...
Churchgate
Mumbai, India
Churchgate, South Mumbai’s downtown business district is a busy area filled with several banks and offices. This area gets its name from Churchgate Railway Station, a very busy and focal point as it is the terminus of Western Railway line of Suburban Railway and caters to an influx of a large number of passengers daily who com to this area to work. The Income Tax Office is located at Churchgate...
Menil Collection
Houston, United States
This is a private art collection of John and Dominique de Menil. The collection includes astronomical instruments, antiquities, ceremonial masks, Byzantine art and tribal art amongst others. The pieces were amassed by the prominent couple through years of travel. 1515 Sul Ross Street, Museum District Tel: (713) 525 9400. Website: www.menil.org Opening hours: Wed-Sun 1100...