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Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center
Houston, United States
r: The Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center is NASA’s center for human spaceflight activity. Housed on 1,620 acres and consisting of 100 buildings, it is home to Mission Control Center that coordinates all manned spaceflights for the United States. The center includes astronaut training facilities and a large visitor’s complex. Address: 1601 NASA Road 1 Tel: (281) 244 2100. Websi...
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...
Teatro Nacional
Caracas, Venezuela
Also known as the Municipal Theatre, this public amenity is a splendid work of art in itself. Since its first live performance in 1881, an opera that received national recognition, the theatre has successfully continued to lure music and art lovers to its rather commendable performances. The interior is ornamented in tones of opulent luxury, with velvets and fine silks and an added sprinkle of ...
Shakir Ali Museum
Lahore, Pakistan
This museum was established in the memory of Shakir Ali, an art professor who taught at the prestigious National College of Art. Apart from his personal belongings which are on display, his paintings and drawings are also showcased in a gallery. In addition to his work, the art of other contemporary artists are also on display. A research library containing a wide collection of art books is locate...