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Floor Mosaics
Beirut, Lebanon
These mosaics came from a Byzantine church of the 5th century AD. They were moved from Khalde, south of Beirut to a site neat the National Museum in the 1950’s. ...
Kuala Lumpur Tower
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
At 421m, the Kuala Lumpur Tower is the sixth largest telecommunications tower in the world. It was constructed between 1991 and 1995 for Telekom Malaysia. Because it is built on a hill (Bukit Nanas, or Pineapple Hill), the KL Tower actually appears taller than the Petronas Towers. Malaysia’s Islamic tradition is reflected here. The interior features Arabic script, and other...
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
Christchurch, New Zealand
The most extensive collection of kiwi birds is found at the Willowbank reserve in Christchurch. On a much smaller scale than the Onara, the Williowbank breeds most of the local animal population of the country especially kiwis. Extended tours for kiwi life and breeding are arranged for tourists who are allowed to play, feed and pet the birds as well. Multiple school programs and skits are also arr...
Doha Fort
Doha, Qatar
This is a landmark dating back to the Ottoman colonization of Doha. It was built in the 1800s. Originally this fort served as a prison. It was restored in the 1970s and since then houses a museum showcasing Qatari history. Qatari paintings and arts and crafts are on display here. Exhibits include Bedouin handicrafts, gypsum and wooden ornaments, fishing equipment and boats, historical photos...