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Vieux Port
Montreal, Canada
Vieux Port, also known as the Quays of the Old Port of Montreal, is Montreal’s old port repurposed as an upscale waterfront promenade. The concept is certainly not unique to Montreal, but here it is executed particularly well. The old port dates back to the original trading post built in 1611. In the mid-twentieth century, it began to fall into disrepair as operations moved furth...
Powder Tower
Prague, Czech Republic
Standing at 65m over one of the Old Town’s original gates, this used to be an 18th century gun powder store. Address: Na prikope Prague 1 Opening Times: 10am – 6pm May to Oct Admission Prices: adult/child 40/30 Kč ...
Reunification Palace
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
The Reunification Palace, once referred to as Norodom’s Palace and Independence Palace, is a monument of great historic importance to the Vietnamese and the site of many power transfers. First built and used by the French Governors General, the original palace later became the residence of the Prime Minister Ngo Dinh Diem but was leveled and rebuilt after heavy damage in attacks by the Saigon army...
The Coliseum (Colosseum)
Rome, Italy
Undoubtedly the symbol of Rome, this magnificent ruin is indelibly linked to the past glory of the Roman Empire, and its subsequent decay and fall. It takes its name from the giant statue of the emperor Nero that once stood near this location. The amphitheatre was a project started by the emperor Vespasian in 72 CE and completed during his son Titus’ reign, seven years later. Not only is it imp...