Named after the preaching style of its founder (under the ‘olive tree’), Zitouna Mosque is the largest mosque all over Tunis and is its most famous landmark. It reflects the religion of most Tunisians and has been a very powerful tourist attraction. An extensive library inside the mosque adds to the attractive interior. Though non Muslims are not allowed to enter, they can stroll in the garden aro...
The Circus Maximus,which is situated in the valley between the Aventine and Palatine Hills,was a horse and chariot racing area. In the 1st C, it was Rome’s biggest stadium, a 250,000-seater. It was used for many other purposes as well. Marketing and gambling also took place here. Even though chariot races were held here as far back as 4 BC, it wasn’t until Emperor Trajan rebuilt it after the AD ...
The Alliance hosts contemporary South African and international art exhibitions, usually by solo artists. Exhibitions are solicited through proposals. Address: 17 Lower Park Drive, Parkview Telephone: +27 (0)11 646 1169 Website: http://www.alliance.org.za/ ...
A 14m statue of a lady with the palm frond, she symbolises freedom throughout Budapest. Erected in 1947 in tribute to the Soviet forces that died liberating the city at the end World War II, she can be found east of the citadella. Location: Szabadsag-szobor ...