Covering 26 hectares, Parque Eduardo VII (Edward VII Park) has become a hub of activity for both residents of and visitors to Portugal. As the largest public park in Lisbon that features numerous monuments as well as a variety of activities, Parque Eduardo VII has come to serve as both a critical green space as […]
The Puerta de Toledo is the most recent monumental gate to be built in Madrid, the capital of Spain. Consisting of a central semi-circular arch, two lintelled gates and a decoration formed by columns, the monument has come to define the identity of the area and create a direct and indirect economic impact across the […]
Stanley Park borders the downtown of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada and has become one of the most notable attractions in the region. Located on a peninsula that is surrounded by waters of Burrard Inlet and English Bay, the park transitioned from a forest into an urban space over many years. In the process of […]
Cities around the world have famous squares that function as either the literal or figurative hearts of those cities to the benefit of the region and country. Events and activities taking place in them have been able to attract both residents and visitors in a powerful manner. These squares have become destinations unto themselves due […]
Portland, Maine is home to monuments that are both historic and notable, but the Victoria Mansion features a different type of history and notoriety. What used to be a vacation residence has been turned into piece of public history that expertly preserves an entire era. In doing so, it has come to highlight what it […]
Gastown in Vancouver, British Columbia, has become one of the city’s most vibrant and unique areas. The neighborhood is home to many of Vancouver’s best restaurants, bars, and shopping but also features notable monuments that connect it to the past and present of the city. By providing both residents and visitors with so ways to […]
Across the world, squares of various sizes have become the figurative and literal heart of their cites to create engagement for both residents and visitors. Schlossplatz (Palace Square) Stuttgart in Germany has been able to do so by not only providing residents with a venue for various types of events but by also being a […]