As one of the most historic cities in the entire country, Boston, Massachusetts, has an important connection to the past of the region and the United States as a whole. Much of that history is reflected in the significant monuments that reside in Boston Common and along landmarks like the Freedom Trail, but the city […]
Category: Monumentous World
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Seoul, South Korea
The slogan “Seoul, My Soul” is one you’ll see all across the capital city of South Korea. That phrase captures the essence of the history and culture that the city of Seoul celebrates in various ways, many of which are bolstered by monuments like the Sungnyemun and Gwanghwamun Square. Howeverm the engagement that’s been enabled […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in San Antonio, Texas
Established as a Spanish mission and colonial outpost in 1718, San Antonio has become synonymous with the Battle of the Alamo, although there is much more to the city and community. As the oldest municipality in Texas, it has a legacy that is celebrated via various monuments and landmarks in obvious and subtle ways across […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Honolulu, Hawaii
The island of Oahu contains some of the most significant monuments in the Hawaiian Islands. Those include the Iolani Place and the Dole Plantation but Honolulu itself also features especially relevant landmarks like the statue of Duke Kahanamoku and the other monuments on Waikiki Beach. However, the city contains a variety of obscure and outstanding […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Oslo, Norway
As the capital of Norway, Oslo is home to significant monuments that embrace the culture and history of the entire nation. The most populous city in the nation contains significant landmarks like the largest sculpture park by a single artist in the world. However, it also features a variety of landmarks that are not as […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in The Hague, the Netherlands
As the administrative and royal capital of the Netherlands and its seat of government, The Hague is one of the most notable cities in the country. With a history that stretches back to the 13th century, The Hague is full of notable monuments that celebrate this history as well as the culture of the entire […]
Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Rotterdam in the Netherlands is Europe’s largest seaport, but with a history that goes back to the 13th century, the culture that can be experienced in the large monuments and landmarks located throughout the city spans multiple eras. However, there are numerous landmarks and sculptures of all sizes that celebrate the legacy of Rotterdam and […]