The ancient Egyptian pyramids are some of the most impressive structures built by humans in ancient times. Many of the pyramids still 1 today for us see and explore. The pyramids were built to bury the Pharaohs and honour them. As part of their religion, the Egyptians 2 that the Pharaoh ...
Throughout history city walls were made as protection from the enemy. They were usually massive structures, punctuated with guard towers. Some were built on hills, making invasions more difficult, while others fronted seas and oceans to protect the towns
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We run down the most impressive airports in the world. Madeira Airport, Portugal Madeira Airport wasn't much to speak of—just a small island airport with a small runway. Even after a short extension in 1977, there was still a need for more substantial space, but the airport was located ...
As they are designed and built to hold religious services and invoke and inspire the worship of God, churches have long counted amongst society's most important and impressive buildings. This is because religious leaders built large churches with spires
Kearney. With that kind of money circulating, the arenas in which sporting dramas play out at the highest level are bound to be impressive structures. Still, in terms of architecture at least, some are even more remarkable than others. Here we take a look at 30 of the best. Featu...
There are five amazing palaces in Seoul, all built by the Joseon Dynasty, but Gyeongbokgung is the largest and arguably the most impressive, despite the fact that only about 40% of the original structures are still standing. 9. Angkor Wat, Cambodia ...
From old stone spans to sweeping modern suspensions, bridges have a way of wowing us. Here are thirty of the world's most impressive bridges.
Guarding the entrance to San Juan Bay, this 16th-century Spanish citadel is one of the most impressive structures in the Caribbean. Protected by a moat (with a drawbridge), stone battlements and rugged sea cliffs, the castle has repelled numerous attacks including several assaults by French ...