Landmarks and Monuments

According to the Cambridge Dictionary, a landmark is “a building or place that is easily recognised, especially one that you can use to judge where you are”. The Merriam Webster Dictionary takes a broader approach to defining the meaning of “landmark” and describes a landmark as “an object (such...

Scattered across the windswept landscapes of the highlands to the cobbled streets of ancient cities, the landmarks of Scotland represent the country's rich and proud history. Scotland’s landscape is subject to extremes in weather due to its location, with some islands stretching closer to Norway than the Scottish shores....

Taking its name from Philip II, King of Spain during the Spanish colonisation of the area during the 16th century, the Philippines became an independent state in the early 1900s. Following 333 years of Spanish rule, the Spanish influences on their culture left a unique legacy, from ancient buildings...

What would the world look like if you were a bird soaring in the sky or an angel floating in heaven? If you happen to be flying above Australia, you might notice some of the most alluring views are actually in Tasmania (even though New South Wales has the...

Malaysia is a multicultural country in south-east Asia and is a melting pot of Malay, Indian and Chinese cultures. With such a rich cultural history, delicious food and lush tropical landscapes, the land is a treasure of wonders. Its rich biodiversity entices visitors to its natural attractions while astonishing...

Peru, in western South America, is a diverse and ancient country. Once the home of the Inca, who left behind incredible cities within dense jungle and at unbelievable heights, Peru still holds festivals celebrating ancient rites and traditions. The most famous landmark in Peru is Machu Picchu, which is...