Once the central point of the city of Seoul in South Korea, Gwanghwamun Square is one of the most popular landmarks in city. Featuring notable monuments and a direct line to Gyeongbokgung Palace, the space cultivates activity and engagement with residents and visitors on account of numerous features, providing the city and community with an […]
Category: Monumentous Legacy
The Legacy of the Sungnyemun Gate Enables it to Become the Top National Treasure of South Korea
One of the original four main gates built around the city of Seoul in the 14th century, the Sungnyemun Gate has been identified as the number one national treasure of South Korea. This legacy is the result of an unrivaled history but also highlights what it can mean for a piece of infrastructure to become […]
The King Kamehameha Statue in Hilo Allows Audiences to Experience the Legacy of the Hawaiian Kingdom
Residing in Wailoa River State Park in Hilo on the island of Hawaiʻi (aka the Big Island), the King Kamehameha Statue celebrates the legacy of the leader who conquered and united the islands of Hawai’I to form the Hawaiian Kingdom. The monument connects to the history of this formative event and to the individual that […]
The Mile Zero Marker and Trail Blazers Monuments Celebrate the Legacy of the Iditarod
Located near the start of the Iditarod National Historic Trail in Seward, Alaska, the Mile Zero Marker and Iditarod Trail Blazers sculptures highlight the history and legacy that the Iditarod represents to the past and present of the entire state of Alaska. By celebrating this history and legacy in such a profound way, the monument […]
Ted Stevens Statue Enables Engagement with the History and Legacy of Alaska
On display in one of the concourses of the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport in Anchorage, Alaska, the Ted Stevens Statue allows visitors to engage with the legacy of one of the region’s most impactful politicians. Doing so has provided residents and visitors with a means of connection to this legacy in a way that […]
The Nevada State Capitol Complex Celebrates a Legacy for Carson City
The Nevada State Capitol Complex resides in the heart of Carson City, Nevada. Featuring a variety of landmarks set amidst the State Capitol, Legislative Building, Supreme Court, and State Library and Archives, this collective landmark highlights what it can mean to transform an otherwise empty administrative center into space that celebrates the legacy of an […]
The Music City Walk of Fame Defines a Legacy for Nashville
Created as a tribute to contributors of and for all genres of music, the Music City Walk of Fame has become one of the most notable attractions in Nashville, Tennessee. With Nashville being known as “Music City,” the landmark celebrates a legacy that permeates the region in a way that resonates with both residents and […]