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Grand Serail Hill
Beirut, Lebanon
Serail Hill is Beirut’s main government center, overlooking the city center. There are three important monuments on the hill. The Grand Serail is the most impressive. It was originally a garrison for the Ottoman army. Construction began in 1853, shortly after the Ottoman’s regained control of the region from Egypt. It was soon repurposed into a headquarters for governors both Ottoman and late...
Metropolitan Cathedral
Mexico City, Mexico
An absolute delight for the history-lover! Experience a different kind of Spanish architecture, comprised of the European High Renaissance merged with some elements from the remains of Islamic architecture back in Spain, namely domes and square towers. The building presents a beautiful façade, and the interior is none the less charming, and it is at times difficult to comprehend what style of arch...
Ubud Palace (Puri Saren)
Bali, Indonesia
Known as the heart and soul of Ubud, a trip to Bali would be incomplete without a tour of the palace. Originally home of the King of Ubud, it now features traditional Balinese houses and an art market selling local handicrafts. Here you can also witness the Barong dance which is a choreographed fight scene. Jalan Raya Ubud, Ubud Opposite Tourist Info Center in the center of town 361/97...
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 ...