All Landmarks

Kek Lok Si Temple is a Chinese temple in Ayer Itam, Penang, dedicated to the Guan Yin Bhodisattva, the goddess of compassion.

Dhammikarama Temple is one of the earliest Burmese Buddhist temples, and the only one in Malaysia. It is considered a historical site of the state, and has been preserved as a tourist attraction, as well as an active temple used daily by monks.

Wat Chayamangkalaram is a Thai Buddhist temple in George Town, Penang known for it’s large (33 meter long), gold-plated reclining Buddha statue, the third largest of its kind.

Angkor Wat is situated among the largest religious temple complex in the world, and is an important historic site that sees massive amounts of visitors each year in Siem Reap. This highly detailed temple is known for its thousands of celestial carvings and breathtaking size. A site of great religious importance to the Khmer people, visitors are asked to dress modestly while in the temple and on the complex grounds. Visitors must pay a fee upon entry.

Merdeka Square is a popular landmark and photo spot for visitors to Kuala Lumpur. It is also the location for the annual Merdeka Parade.

Founded in 1973, Sri Mahamariamman Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The ‘Raja Gopuram’ built in 1968 features ornately decorated sculptures and carving, in the style of South Indian temples.

Wat Phan Tao is an older teak temple in Chiang Mai, and one of the last remaining wooden structures in the city. Minimally decorated, the temple houses a seated image of the Buddha. Donations are accepted.

Wat Srisuphan has a main chapel hall that is covered in ornate silver works depicting moments from the Buddha’s life and more. There is a silver workshop onsite, and the temple hosts Monk Chats and meditation retreats. Because this is an active ordination hall, women are not allowed in certain areas of the wat. Donations for admission are appreciated.

Wat Suan Dok is a 14th century temple just west of the old city walls in Chiang Mai. It has several unique architectural features, including an unusually large prayer hall that, unlike other temples, has open sides, rather than being fully enclosed. There is also a large standing Buddha image, and the temple is host to regular Monk Chats, where visitors can learn more about Buddhism and the monks have the opportunity to practice their English.

Wat Phra Singh is a major temple in Chiang Mai that houses 700 monks, and is home to the Phra Chao Thong Tip, a large image of the seated Buddha forged from copper and gold. Dating back to the 14th century, Wat Phra Singh is a prime example of Lanna temple architecture.

Wat Inthakin is a teak temple that sits across from the Three Kings Monument within the city walls of the Old City Chiang Mai. Admission is free, and it is within walking distance from other temples in the area.

A popular tourist destination in Chiang Mai, Wat Phra That is often referred to as “Doi Suthep” because that is the mount upon which it resides. Visitors must ascend a 300 step staircase to reach the temple, which also offers beautiful views of Chiang Mai in addition to the ornate majesty of the temple itself.

Old Quebec, a UNESCO world heritage site, is a walled city that is called the “cradle of French civilization in North America.” Visitors can experience historic parts of Quebec’s religious history inside Old Quebec’s walls, including Notre-Dame-de-Québec Basilica-Cathedral, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, the Jesuits Chapel, and St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, as well as fine dining and shopping on rue Saint-Jean and rue Saint-Louis.

Attracting thousands of visitors each year, the Notre-Dame Basilica in Montreal is the first full example of Gothic Revival architecture in North America. Self and guided tours are available to visitors (the self-guided tour is free, while the Grand Tour of the basilica comes at a fee). Special events and concerts are available for public attendance, and various halls within the Basilica’s massive walls can be rented for varying events.

Dinosaur Provincial Park was established by the government of Alberta on June 27, 1955. In 1979 the Park was declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Three significant features were recognized for WHS status: 1. exceptional abundance and diversity of dinosaur and other vertebrate fossils, 2. largest and most spectacular badlands in Canada, 3. protection of unique riparian (riverside) habitat along the Red Deer River. The Park is located 48 kilometres northeast of Brooks, Alberta (just 10 km from the hamlet of Patricia).

When it comes to viewing icebergs, this is one of the best places in the world. On a sunny day, view these 10,000-year-old glacial giants from many points along the northern and eastern coasts – in every shape and size. With colours ranging from snow-white to the deepest aquamarine. Go on a boat tour, paddle along in a sea kayak or hike along our 29,000 km of coastline and watch a sparkling spring berg parade down Iceberg Alley. Despite their arrival from the Arctic every spring, our awe of them remains new, year after year. Their sheer size sends the mind racing, and that’s not even counting the ninety-percent still unseen below the surface. It was these types and sizes of bergs that sank the infamous Titanic, a mere 400 miles from our coast.

Fushimi Inari-taisha is the head shrine of the god Inari. It is located in Kyoto, Japan, Inari is the god of rice, but is also seen in Japanese culture as the patron of business, and has been worshipped by merchants and manufacturers. The orange gates, or torii, leading to the shrine are arguably the area’s most iconic structures.

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome) was the only structure left standing in the area where the first atomic bomb exploded on 6 August 1945. Through the efforts of many people, including those of the city of Hiroshima, it has been preserved in the same state as immediately after the bombing. Not only is it a stark and powerful symbol of the most destructive force ever created by humankind; it also expresses the hope for world peace and the ultimate elimination of all nuclear weapons.

Tokyo Tower is the second tallest building in Japan, reaching 332.9 metres (1,092 ft) in height. Visitors can view Tokyo from one of the tower’s observations decks, for a fee. The lattice structure of the tower resembles that of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, though the Tokyo Tower is painted white and orange. The tower supports an antenna that sends out television and radio broadcast signals. A four-story building called FootTown sits directly underneath Tokyo Tower, and houses museums, restaurants, and shops.

The Rainbow Bridge is a suspension bridge crossing northern Tokyo Bay between Shibaura Pier and the Odaiba waterfront development in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. It was built by Kawasaki Heavy Industries, with construction starting in 1987 and completed in 1993. The bridge is 798 metres (2,618 ft) long with a main span of 580 metres (1,903 ft). Officially called the “Shuto Expressway No. 11 Daiba Route – Port of Tokyo Connector Bridge,” the name “‘Rainbow Bridge” was decided by the public.

The Sydney Opera House, known for its distinctive architectural style, is home to multi-diverse artistic performances including dance, theatre, orchestra and opera, family-friendly programming, and much more. Visitors may book tours of the building for a behind the scenes look at the opera house and to learn more about its history (a variety of languages is offered for the tours). There are also several bar and restaurant options within the opera house.

Philadelphia City Hall, located at 1 Penn Square, is the seat of government for the city of Philadelphia, in the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.At 548ft, including the statue of city founder William Penn atop it, it was the tallest habitable building in the world from 1894 to 1908. It remained the tallest in Pennsylvania until it was surpassed in 1932 by the Gulf Tower in Pittsburgh; it was the tallest in Philadelphia until the construction of One Liberty Place (1984–87) ended the informal gentlemen’s agreement that limited the height of buildings in the city. Today, it is the state’s 16th-tallest building.City Hall has been the world’s tallest masonry building since at least the 1953 collapse of the pinnacle of the Mole Antonelliana in Turin. Its weight is borne by granite and brick walls up to 22ft thick. The principal exterior materials are limestone, granite, and marble.In 2007, the building was voted #21 on the American Institute of Architects’ list of Americans’ 150 favorite U.S. structures.

The Acropolis of Athens is a UNSECO World Heritage Site, and the location of remains of several ancient buildings, including the Parthenon. The Acropolis sits above Athens on an outcrop of naturally fortified rock that is accessible to visitors on a daily basis. Free admission days: 6 March (in memory of Melina Mercouri) 18 April (International Monuments Day) 18 May (International Museums Day) The last weekend of September annually (European Heritage Days) 28 October Every first Sunday from November 1st to March 31st

Namgyal Tsemo Monastery, located in Leh, was founded in 1430 by King Tashi Namgyal. It is made up of two buildings, one of which houses a a three-story tall golden statue of Maitrieya Buddha. Access up to the monastery can be done by foot or by road.

Marjan Hill, known as the “lungs of Croatia,” is a pine-covered hill in Split, Croatia. Visitors enjoy climbing the many steps to the top for a breathtaking view of Split’s old town.

The ruins of Diocletian’s Palace sit at the heart of Split in Croatia. The complex includes not only the palace quarters, but towers and buildings that originally extended to 30,000 square meters. Now it is the main attraction for visitors to Split, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Uspenski Cathedral in Helsinki is the largest Orthodox church in Western Europe. Visitors can explore the church’s Russian-influenced architecture during hours that ceremonies are not taking place.

Opened in 1852, the Helsinki Cathedral (tuomiokirkko) is a popular visitors site in Helsinki. Tuomiokirkko is located in the center of Helsinki at the end of Aleksanterinkatu (Alexander Street), and very close to both the Presidential Palace, and Market Square (kauppatori). Religious services are held daily, but sightseeing tours are also available outside of service hours.

Brighton Pier has activities and fun for visitors of all ages. Enjoy rides and attractions, as well as a broad variety of food and drink kiosks. Open year round with the exception of Christmas Day. Make Brighton Pier one of your trip destinations!

Mount Entoto is the highest peak overlooking Addis Ababa in Ethiopia. Atop the mount sit the Entoto Maryam Church, Menelik II Museum, and the first palace of Menelik II. Entoto Maryam Church is painted in the colors of the Ethiopian flag, and was built by Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taitu as a tribute to the Virgin Mary. Note that visitors may not be granted entry inside of the church. The Menelik II museum houses the personal belongings of the Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taitu, including clothing, crowns, accessories and jewelry, as well as furniture, artifacts, and photographs. Photography is not permitted inside of the museum. Menelik II’s first palace also sits atop Mount Entoto. Made of simple materials such as mud and wood, the humble but stately first palace was built to overlook the city of Addis Ababa for a better view to fend off enemies.

Plitra bay in the Laconic gulf in Laconia is the home of Porto Grana, our new exciting site for relaxing and fueling up with positive energy and great raw vegan food! We chose the name that directly relates to the history of this amazing place, as by the word “grana” the Venetians called the special dye kermes or “prinokokki” which was exported from the port of Ancient Asopos which belonged to Monemvasia city state of the time. Porto Grana Raw Yoga Hiking Retreat is an exclusive centre offering on-going small group lifestyle retreats. We serve discerning guests a unique and healing combination of a yoga intensive coupled with a delicious cleansing raw vegan diet, daily hiking adventures and inspiring evening discussions in the magnificent Laconian gulf. While you leave your alarm clocks, over-scheduled, noisy, modern lives behind, you will slip back into the natural circadian rhythms of your birthright in our pristine location. Retreat, relax, rest, repair, renew, re-discover and replenish your most original self. Our Daily program includes: Group yoga instruction (6 mornings a week, beginners to advanced) Three locally grown and fresh picked yummy vegan raw cleansing meals Fresh herb teas Hiking in the hills and mountains of Monemvasia county Raw food prep classes Evening discussions/DVDs on a variety of subjects ranging from Yoga, Cutting edge nutrition, Ayurveda, and Deep Green living Our Diet: We offer a 100% RAW plant-based, nutritionally balanced, alkaline diet of locally grown tropical fruits, sprouts, veggies, nuts and seeds prepared in simple yet delicious recipes. Our meal plan is supremely nourishing, cleansing and ultimately very satisfying. Some guests may want to add water fasting days to their retreat. Eco Activities: Include daily cycling, nature walks and hikes in pristine beaches and gorges with sparkling rivers and small scale waterfalls. Afternoons are open to help in the garden, chill in a hammock, read, write, draw, meditate and nap. Relaxing Thai massages are available at reasonable rates. Getting Here: Flying into Kalamata: The airport is just off the city of Kalamata. Flights may arrive late night. We can recommend a hotel to stay at near the airport, or you can choose your own in Kalamata. Depending on your flight, the following morning we will arrange car/shuttle pickup to our property (an amazing 2 and a half hour drive thru the historic mountain of Taygetos) arriving at Porto Grana Raw Yoga Hiking Retreat in Plitra by mid-day. Since many flights leave Kalamata early morning, you may need to spend the night near the airport on your return as well. Please keep this in mind while planning your trip. Flying into Athens airport: A car will pick you up and bring you straight to our site after a 4 hours journey through the Peloponnese passing from the city of Sparta.

The Dubrovnik City Walls in Croatia were established beginning in the 13th century, and finalized in 1660. They stretch over 1940 m (6365 ft.) encircling the city, and consist of a main wall, 16 towers, three forts, six bastions, two corner forts, three pre-walls with several turrets, three moats, two barbicans, two drawbridges and one breakwater. Visitors can purchase tickets to climb the walls and view the city from a unique perspective.

The Abu Simbel temples are located in Nubia, in Southern Egypt, along the border with Sudan. King Ramses II had the two temples built out of stone in approximately 1257 BCE to intimidate his enemies. The temples are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Mount Sinai is a mountain situated on the Sinai Peninsula in Southern Egypt. At its highest point of elevation, Mount Sinai stands at is 2,285 m (7,497 ft)– the second highest mount in Egypt. The site is considered sacred by Muslims, Christians, and Jews, and one of the main objective for visitors is climbing the mount. Access to Mount Sinai is only available by road (bus or taxi). Popular things to see at the mount include the Church of St Catherine. Dining and lodging options are available for travelers to the mount.

Petra was rediscovered in 1812 by the Swiss explorer Johan Ludwig Burckhardt during his expedition, which was funded by the British Royal Geographical Society, in the Levant, Egypt and the Arabian Peninsula. Due to the centuries that lapsed before the rediscovery of the city by the outside world, Petra was named the “Lost City”. It was also described by the English poet Bergen as the unique, astonishing Eastern city. In its heyday, the Nabatean Kingdom flourished to reach the north-west of the Arabian Peninsula where the city of Madian Saleh lies. It further extended its influence to the Red Sea shores of Sinai and the Horan Fields in Syria to Damascus. The Nabatean Kingdom, along with its capital Petra, was surrounded by many ancient kingdoms and civilizations including the Pharaohs to the west, Tadmor to the north, and Mesopotamia to the east. The archaeological park in Petra covers 264 dunums (264,000 square meters). Visitors are met with an amazing landscape of pink-hued rock mountains and the ancient Nabataean city of Petra, carved into the rock over 2,000 years ago.

The Great Sphinx of Giza, also known as the Sphinx of Giza, or simply the Sphinx, is a limestone structure with the head of a human and the body of a lion that sits watch over the Great Pyramids in Giza. The sculpture is somewhere around 4500 years old, and is believed to be one of the oldest Sphinx sculptures ever created in Egypt.

The pyramids in Giza are the only remaining of the 7 wonders of the ancient world. Visitors may enter the 5000 year old tombs for varying fees depending on how much access they’re looking to gain. The pyramids are accessible by public transportation (bus or metro) or by taxi (ask for “el-ha-ram”). Housed inside the pyramids are the Tomb of Idu, Tomb of Qar, Tomb of Seshemnefer, Tomb of Sennedjem-Ib, Tomb of Pa-sen, Tomb of Ka-em-ankh, and the Tomb of Nen-sedjer-ka, among other sites for visitors to experience.

Our Vision at Wild Pacific Trail, British Columbia, Canada: A spectacular trail system tracing scenic and cultural areas on the Ucluth Peninsula, especially the outer coast from Amphitrite lighthouse to the beaches of Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. An outdoor hiking experience that is free and available for all fitness levels, for many generations to come. A trail corridor that preserves a natural setting and enhances the walking experience through interpretive signage about culture, history and nature.

At over 828 meters (2,716.5 feet) and more than 160 stories, Burj Khalifa holds the following records: Tallest building in the world Tallest free-standing structure in the world Highest number of stories in the world Highest occupied floor in the world Highest outdoor observation deck in the world Elevator with the longest travel distance in the world Tallest service elevator in the world

Mount Fuji, located in Fujinomiya is 3776 meters and Japan’s highest mountain. It is not surprising that the nearly perfectly shaped volcano has been worshiped as a sacred mountain and experienced big popularity among artists and common people throughout the centuries. Mount Fuji is an active volcano, which most recently erupted in 1708. It stands on the border between Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefectures and can be seen from Tokyo and Yokohama on clear days.

The National Museum of Korea and the National Folk Museum are located on the grounds of this palace in Seoul, built six centuries ago by the founder of the Chosun dynasty.

War Memorial of Korea is located in Yongsan-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It opened in 1994 on the former site of the army headquarters to exhibit and memorialize the military history of Korea. The memorial building has six indoor exhibition rooms and an outdoor exhibition centre displaying over 13,000 war memorabilia and military equipment.HistoryThe Korean peninsula has seen many wars among and within its states as well as intrusions from neighboring powers. Over the centuries, the southern states slowly seized territory from the neighbouring states and peoples such as the Jurchen, driving the border north and consolidating the peninsula under a single state, suffering several invasions that its allies helped to overcome. The War Memorial was built to commemorate actors and victims in the wars which led to the modern nation state. The museum also has the purpose of educating future generations by collecting, preserving, and exhibiting various historical relics and records related to the many wars fought in the country from a South Korean perspective.ConstructionThe construction of the War Memorial of Korea was completed in December 1993. The project was carried in consultation with military experts while collecting a wide range of exhibition items at home and from abroad. Upon the completion of the interior the War Memorial of Korea opened officially on June 10, 1994, and became the largest landmark of its kind in the world.Surrounding areaLocated on the old site of Army Headquarters, the War Memorial of Korea accommodates four aboveground floors and two underground floors in the main building, which stands on an area of about 20,000 square meters. On the green area around the memorial, loudspeaker emissions to foster patriotic spirit can be heard.

The N Seoul Tower, officially the YTN Seoul Tower and commonly known as the Namsan Tower or Seoul Tower, is a communication and observation tower located on Namsan Mountain in central Seoul, South Korea. At 236m, it marks the highest point in Seoul.Built in 1971, the N Seoul Tower is Korea’s first general radio wave tower, providing TV and radio broadcasting in Seoul. Currently, the tower broadcasts signals for Korean media outlets, such as KBS, MBC and SBS.HistoryBuilt in 1969, and at a cost of approximately 2.5 million USD, the tower was opened to the public in 1980. Seoul Tower was completed on December 3, 1971, designed by architects at Jangjongryul though at the time the facility interior was not furnished. It took until August 1975, for the third floor of the observatory deck, museum, open hall, souvenir shop, in addition to bring the other facilities to completion. However, despite finalization of tower construction, the observatory was closed to the public until October 15, 1980. Since then, the tower has been a landmark of Seoul. Tower elevation ranges from 236.7m at the base to 479.7m above sea level. Seoul Tower had its name changed to N Seoul Tower in 2005 whereas the “N” stands for ‘new’, ‘Namsan’, and ‘nature.’ Approximately 15 billion KRW was spent in renovating and remodeling the tower.When N Seoul Tower’s original owner merged with CJ Corporation, it was renamed the N Seoul Tower (official name CJ Seoul Tower). It has also been known as the Namsan Tower or Seoul Tower. It is also Korea’s first general radio wave tower that holds transmissions antennas of KBS, MBC, SBS TV, FM, PBC, TBS, CBS, and BBS FM. Seoul Tower chosen to worldwide travel expert evaluation and reader preferences is registered the world’s 500 attractions in research.

Haedong Yonggung Temple is a Buddhist temple in Gijang-gun, Busan, South Korea. The temple was built in 1376 by the teacher known as Naong during the Goryeo Dynasty. The temple complex is a large one and one of few in Korea to be set on the seaside. As such, combined with its proximity to Haeundae Beach and the east side of Busan, the temple is popular with sightseers, particularly during Buddha’s Birthday celebrations when the complex is decorated with paper lanterns.

Three Gothic Revival-style buildings, located on a 170-foot bluff overlooking the Ottawa River, house the offices of the members of Parliament, the House of Commons and the Senate. Free guided tours delve into Canadian history and explain the workings of the political system.

The Church of San Pietro is a beautiful stone-built church in Portovenere, Italy. It was built in the the Paleo-Christian epoch, and reworked in the Gothic style. Renovations to the church have been completed as recently at the 1930s. The church opened in 1198.

Seongsan Ilchulbong, also called ‘Sunrise Peak’, is an archetypal tuff cone formed by hydrovolcanic eruptions upon a shallow seabed about 5 thousand years ago. Situated on the eastern seaboard of Jeju Island and said to resemble a gigantic ancient castle, this tuff cone is 182 meters high, has a preserved bowl-like crater and also displays diverse inner structures resulting from the sea cliff. These features are considered to be of geologic worth, providing information on eruptive and depositional processes of hydromagmatic volcanoes worldwide as well as past volcanic activity of Seongsan Ilchulbong itself.

This beautiful, colorful temple is the center of Zen Buddhism in Seoul, Korea. Equally lovely is the courtyard, which is filled with vibrant lanterns and trees more than 500 years old.

Hwaseong Fortress in the town of Suwon is just a 30-minute train ride from Seoul. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Korea’s most important historical treasures and is the only remaining walled fortress in the country.

Engineering marvel, Toronto Landmark, Canadian icon – Canada’s National Tower is an awe-inspiring symbol of Canadian achievement. This national treasure is considered one of the world’s top tourist destinations, and one of Canada’s most celebrated and visited dining and entertainment destinations. After almost four decades, it continues to attract over 1.5 million annual visitors who come from all over the world to experience all the Tower offers. While visiting the CN Tower, guests can purchase tickets to explore different areas at the top of the tower, including the Edgewalk, which allows visitors to walk suspended from the outside of the tower.