Built in 1958, the Independence Monument stands in the center of Phnom Penh at the confluence of Norodom Boulevard and Sihanouk Boulevard. Its shape and style is similar to other Khmer historical Wats and architectural landmarks. During the prime festivals, it stays bustling with celebrations and people. ...
The Presidential Palace, as it was once known, has changed a great deal over time with each new President or first lady making changes. Not many people realize the White House was not originally white. It was restored and painted that color after the British gutted the building in the War of 1812. Concerns for the safety of the President make the White House off-limits to the public these days ...
Visiting Thulhaadhoo is important because this is where the traditional art of incised lacquer decoration is widely produced. Thulhaadhoo is the only island in Maldives doing lacquer work and many people come here to watch trained artists at work. This island is one of the inhabited islands of Baa Atoll and has been reclaimed by the government recently. Rasdhoo Madivaru For a thrilling scub...
The Museum of Jewish Heritage is a living memorial to the Holocaust. It first opened in 1997 and features a collection of more than 25,000 objects that illustrate Jewish heritage in the 20th century. New York was the natural choice for its location, having a larger Jewish population than any other city in the world. The exhibits on display include personal objects, photographs, ...