Landmarks and Monuments

Mention the word Texas and most people picture cowboy boots, longhorn cattle, Texas BBQs and Dallas (or the Big D as the locals call it). Dallas is the state's cultural and spiritual capital and the ninth-largest city in the United States. Built on oil, the city's vibrant art scene,...

Vibrant, colourful and a melting pot of cultures, Louisiana's eventful past has shaped its identity and personality. A former colony of Spain and France, Louisiana was named after King Louis XIV and was a purchased territory of the United States before it became the 18th US state in 1812. The...

Las Vegas, or Sin City as it's often called, is a city of extremes. From beginnings in the early 20th century to mega-casinos and resorts lining the famous Las Vegas Strip, the growth has been rapid. Other entertainment capitals have emerged as competitors in recent years, yet Las Vegas...

Officially the Kingdom of Cambodia, this Southeast Asian nation on the Indochinese Peninsula's southern tip has been an independent country since 1953. Famous worldwide as the home of Angkor Wat, which is only one of the many historical sites in Cambodia, the country is rich in history and stunning...

Rome, or the Eternal City, is the capital and the centre of history, art and architecture in Italy. The city on the Tiber River was the ancient capital of the mighty Roman Empire, which left a legacy of impressive ancient Roman landmarks that still stand today. Founded in 753 BC,...

Pakistan is a multi-ethnic country in South Asia bordered by Afghanistan to the west, Iran to the southwest, China to the northeast, and India to the east. Pakistan has been governed by different rulers throughout history, from the nature-loving Mughal Emperors to the British colonialists. The culture, food, and...