Known as the largest monolith statue in the world, the Great Sphinx of Giza is also one of the oldest sculptures in the world. Residing just outside of Cairo in Egypt, the notoriety of the piece has enabled it to attract audiences from all over the world and become a symbol of Egypt. The significance […]
Numerous buildings and structures have become associated with certain cities or regions, but few have done so in a way that resonates as deeply as the Space Needle has done with the city of Seattle. That connection is so profound that the structure is recognized as an icon not only of the city but of […]
Located just outside of the city of Atlanta, Stone Mountain Park has become the most visited attraction in Georgia. Featuring the natural beauty of expansive woodlands, miles of hiking trails, and numerous recreational activities, there is no shortage of things to do. However, the world’s largest relief sculpture on Stone Mountain itself is the most […]
Sitting atop Telegraph Hill in Pioneer Park, Coit Tower provides visitors with a remarkable view of San Francisco along with numerous experiences inside and around a one-of-a-kind monument. Funded as the result of a bequest to the city, the tower has become an icon of the San Francisco skyline. It exemplifies what it can mean […]
The Battle of Bunker Hill is one of the most famous battles of the American Revolution. Located on the site of the battle in Boston, Massachusetts, the 221-foot Bunker Hill Monument commemorates this battle and features many exhibits about the battle along with experiences that are tied to the past and present of the city. […]
As one of the greatest statesman and military leaders of France, Napoléon Bonaparte has had a tremendous impact on the history of France and the entire world. He was Emperor of the French as Napoleon I from 1804 until 1814 and again briefly in 1815. He died in exile in 1821, but his final resting […]
Sitting along the west bank of the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri, the Gateway Arch dominates the space in multiple ways. Taking its name from the role that St. Louis played as a “Gateway to the West” in the 1800s, the Arch has enabled incredible experiences for visitors and completely transformed the city. Completed […]