Opened in 1816, the Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney is the oldest scientific institution in Australia and one of the most important historic botanical institutions in the world. However, the lands’ use by the community over the decades as well as the space it has provided for large public gatherings and entertainment has allowed it to […]
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Hyde Park Celebrates and Past and Present of Sydney
Like other famous parks across the world, Hyde Park in Sydney Australia features natural and constructed monuments that have been able to attract audiences from across the city and world. It has done so by embracing the history of the park itself while still being committed to the contemporary community. In doing so, it has […]
Monumentous Potential: The Trenton Battle Monument
For many sites with great potential to house or become significant monuments, the main challenge is associated with the lack of an actual landmark that would be a fit to commemorate the history or cultural significance of the place. Plato’s Academy Park has more than enough space to fit a relevant monument, and the same […]
Historic Valley Junction Becomes the Heart and Soul of Iowa
Historical Valley Junction, located just outside of Des Moines, Iowa, is home to over 160 distinctive stores, restaurants, & independent businesses. While other areas with the city and across the country can make similar or even far greater claims, what makes Historical Valley Junction different is a dedicated effort to form an identity that has […]
Experiencing the Restored History and Significance of the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Cleveland
Built in 1894 to commemorate the valor and patriotism of 9,000 Cuyahoga County soldiers and sailors who served in the Civil War, the Cuyahoga County Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument is a unique attraction in downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Consisting of a 125′ column surrounded at its base by a Memorial Room and esplanade, the monument has […]
Albert Park Houses a Collection of Monuments in Auckland, New Zealand
Albert Park is one of Auckland’s most notable parks. Located near the center of the city, the park has a remarkable history and several distinct monuments, all of which have allowed it to become an important destination for visitors and gathering place for residents. A Collection of Monuments Albert Park occupies much of the site […]
Monumentous Potential: Syntagma Square in Athens, Greece
As one of the most important modern areas in the city of Athens, Syntagma Square has become a hub of activity for the capital of Greece. Buses, trolleys, trams, and the metro all stop in Syntagma Square, while sitting in the shadow of the Greek Parliament building and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier helps […]