Every Travel Buff Should Be Able To Recognize These Landmarks
- by Amber Winter
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Travelling is always an exciting experience, especially when going to a new place, whether it’s across the country or across the globe. There are landmarks across the planet which have received their fame for many different reasons. Sometimes it can be off of the sheer fact that the landmark has superseded a world record – such as building height. Other reasons can be based off of historical significance, where a landmark represents an important time in history. This could be a few hundred years back, or in some cases thousands of years – this goes for the natural wonders of the world like volcanoes and mountains.
Whatever the reason is for a specific landmark’s fame, they all have one thing in common, which is that these locations are flooded with tourists. No one wants to appear like a tourist because that name is associated usually with flocks of people who crowd around popular areas just to get a glimpse. People who are frequent travellers have honed in on their ability to look like locals, or at least learned not to stick out in a crowd. And anyone who calls themselves a traveller should be able to name all of these landmarks, which come from all different parts of the world.
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This landmark is located in Verona, Italy. It is one of the older landmarks included in this quiz, its significance dating back to roughly the fourteenth century. This landmark is the main feature of the entire house, which is claims to belong to a family from one of Shakespeare’s plays – although it’s not exactly proven to be true, this location has become a hot tourist attraction, where people come to visit from all over the world. On the wall underneath, hundreds of love letters are collected by the city who maintains this landmark.
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This landmark is located in between two regions – Nepal and China. Unlike most of the man-made landmarks included in this quiz, this landmark is simply one of earth’s creations. In fact, it is Earth’s tallest mountain (above sea level) and is notorious for having expeditioners and adventurers take on the challenge to climb to the top. There are two main routes that climbers have established – but climbing this mountain is not an everyday challenge – some have lost their lives in an attempt to reach the top, likely a result of the altitude change
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This landmark is located on an island in Polynesia, and is believed to have been created somewhere between the 13th to the 16th century. This landmark is most known for its mystery, due to just how large these stone carvings are. It is believed these statues hold significance to the island’s ancestors, where each of these statues represents a fallen chief. There are over hundreds of different statues, all sharing similar features in the face. Since archaeologists have been studying these statues, they are placed all over the island now.
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This landmark is located in Toronto, Canada and was first established in 1976. Falling into the category of a man-made landmark, this tower is mostly a tourist attraction now, being that it has an observation deck and restaurant which is just over 1150 ft. above the ground. Another thrilling feature is of course its popular glass elevator floor which takes tourists up to the observation deck. For many years this structure held the title of being the tallest free-standing building – it lost the title back in 2007.
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This landmark is located in Rome, Italy. It is classified as being an amphitheater, and is one of the largest, and oldest in existence (believing to have been constructed somewhere between the years 70-80 AD). Although this landmark is merely a place of historical significance and welcomes thousands of tourists, in its time the amphitheater was used to host many different special events, where it could hold over 65,000 viewers. Examples of events are gladiator contests, plays, and animal hunts.
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This landmark is located in Manhattan, New York City. The landmark was officially completed in 1931, and is classified as an office building – unlike many other landmark buildings, its function is not solely based on being a tourist attraction. Although not quite the tallest structure in the world, it is in the top 30s. Its most notable feature is of course the long antenna on the top, which adds to its height. This building is categorized as being a landmark because it has been labelled as an icon, especially in film and television.
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This landmark is located in Los Angeles, California. Unlike most of the other landmarks, this is neither a building, nor a statue, but more of an iconic symbol. It was first built in 1923, where it was intended to be used as a form of advertising for the growing real estate. Due to its popularity however, it was left up because it started to attract visitors and tourists from around the world. Over the years its seen many repairs and restoration, mostly due to vandalism.
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This landmark is located in San Francisco, California. Established in 1937, this landmark is not a building like many of the others, but instead a bridge (a functional one at that). Due to the fact that this bridge is a suspension bridge, there has been some known closures because the wind has been too much of an issue for crossing. An interesting fact is that there are several wind measuring devices placed on the bridge. In terms of tourism, this bridge is highly popular among pedestrians who travel along the walkways.
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This landmark is located across China. Due to the vast number of additions that have been added to this landmark, it’s hard to determine when its initial creation date is. Some of the first pieces of this landmark is believed to be dated as far back as the seventh century however – with continual additions ever since. The purpose of this landmark is neither tourist nor business related, but instead a tool to fortify the country. In modern times, this landmark is used more for border control than full blown security.
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This landmark is located in Wiltshire, England. Considered to be a prehistoric landmark, this location is believed to have been created somewhere between 3000 and 2000 BC. Its popularity strives from the mere fact that these large stones are placed in a circle and just so happen to be over top of an ancient burial ground. The stones are extremely unique, and are measured to be roughly four meters high and some of the bigger ones weigh roughly 25 tons.
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This landmark is located in Egypt. Although there are six structures in total, the largest of them has received the most attention – and has received recognition for being one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Archaeologists have determined that this landmark was constructed during the “Golden Age” of Egypt, and inside hold two significant burial chambers – the King and Queen Chamber. Additionally, within the other five structures, they also consist of burial sites for the pharaoh and his wives.
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This landmark is located in Paris, France. This structure was officially completed in 1889, and serves as an observation building – although being a significant landmark it’s mostly a place for tourists to visit now. For a period of time this landmark held the title of being the tallest building in the world (1889-1930). Although it doesn’t look to be more than just an iron structure, this landmark has two restaurants for visitors to eat and enjoy the view, as well as an observation deck.
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This landmark is on the border of Ontario, Canada and Buffalo, New York. Unlike most of the man-made structures, whether old or new, this landmark is a purely natural in its existence. The highest point of the falls is roughly fifty meters, and is known to be one of the highest flowing falls that exists. It is a highly populated destination site for tourists, where there are a number of different attractions to bring the visitors up close and personal to the water.
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This landmark is located in San Francisco Bay, California. It first opened in 1934 and served as a highly secured prison – being that it was placed on an island. This prison was under the impression that it was virtually escape proof for this very reason. People would be admitted to this location if they caused continuous chaos at other prisons. The building was officially closed in 1963, however its now a tourist landmark – inviting daily visitors to take a tour.
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This landmark is located in Italy. During its time, this city was used as an in-between stop for the neighboring places in Italy. It was a placed filled with life, and over the years when it was first built (being somewhere in between 7 and 6 BC) grew to be a highly populated area, which even had an amphitheater for entertainment. The reason this landmark is so popular is due to the fact that the town was buried until volcanic ash.
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This landmark is located in Peru. It, is unlike the rest of the landmarks included in this quiz because it’s a cross between a man-made structure (or structures more like it) and a natural wonder. In order to reach the magnificent town, one must climb up the mountain side, which reaches a height of nearly 8000 ft. It’s not just the view from above that is spectacular, but the ancient city a well, which archaeologists presume to have been established in the 15th century.
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This landmark is located in Arizona. This landmark is considered to be a natural landmark because it was not forged by humans, but instead the Colorado River which runs through it. Although its unclear when this landmark came into existence, geologists have determined it could have been created anywhere between 5-6 million years ago. This landmark receives many visitors from all over the world, because it’s been protected for many years, so much so that the land surrounding this area has turned into a national park.
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This landmark is located in Italy. It is a building that was officially completed in 1372, and served as the bell tower to the cathedral. Constructed of both marble and stone, this structure reaches a high of roughly 180 ft. What makes this particular bell tower such a significant landmark is the fact that it has an unusual tilt. This of course resulted in the fact that the ground beneath the building could not properly support its weight, causing it to shift onto one side.
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This landmark is located in Giza, Egypt – along with the infamous pyramids, including the “Great Pyramid.” This landmark is extremely unique, and is made up of limestone and depicts a mythical creature and was believed to be constructed somewhere around 2500 BC. In terms of the actual structure, its size is 240 ft long, and roughly 60 ft wide. Unlike the pyramids, which are technically classified as buildings, this landmark is the oldest known structure in Egypt that still holds its shape.
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This landmark is located in England, and is considered to be a natural landmark (one that was not constructed by people). Located on the coastline of Kent, this landmark goes on for roughly eight miles and is most known for its strange, chalky white appearance. It is believed to have gotten this unique appearance because at one time, the land was underneath water, where the combination of algae and calcium formed together. This resulted in the sides being covered in sediment.
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This landmark is located in London, England. The function of the landmark was to be a clock tower, and was officially completed in 1859. An interesting fact about this landmark is that its most common nickname does not actually refer to the entire clock tower itself, but rather the largest bell. Its official, documented name is actually Elizabeth Tower.” The bell weighs a total of 13 tonnes, and the tower has become a cultural icon for London, where it’s even been featured in some films.
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This landmark is located in Campania, Italy. It is among the few featured in this quiz that can be called a natural wonder of the world. This landmark consists of a very unique volcano, one that can be classified as a “somma” due to the fact that its large cone which previous collapsed has been replaced by another. The volcano is believed to be roughly 17,000 years old, with its last eruption date being in 1944. It’s most famous for its destruction of an entire city.
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This landmark is located in Manhattan, New York City and was gifted in 1886. An interesting fact is that it was built by the same man, Gustave Eiffel who was responsible for the design and building of the Eiffel Tower. Since 1886, the statue has undergone many restorations being that the structure is made up of mostly copper. Holding strong cultural significance, this landmark has received millions of visitors from around the world. Since it was built in France, it had to be shipped in pieces and reassembled once it arrived.
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This landmark is located in California. It is very different from the rest of the landmarks featured in this quiz, because most of them are either natural wonders, buildings or structures. This however is merely a sidewalk of monuments which are placed in the ground. Each five-pointed star is dedicated to a highly successful person in the entertainment business, whether it be a singer, actor or director. With over 2,600 hundred names, it’s become a hot spot for tourists to take their picture with some of their most beloved actors/musicians etc.
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This landmark is located in Iceland. Its actually a quite unique landmark due to the fact that it’s a geothermal spa – located outside for its visitors to enjoy. The water normally stays at a consistent temperature of 35-39 degrees Celsius, and does this because the spa is located near a lava flow spot. The water, which is replaced every few days is dense with minerals that are said to be good for skin, which is why most people will be seen with face masks.
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This landmark is located in Australia. This landmark officially opened in 1973, and serves as a multi-purpose entertainment venue. Intended for more than just music, this venue location is home to many different concerts, plays and performances, all with their own designated spaces – for example, the Concert Hall can seat over 2000 people whereas the Drama Theatre can only seat around 500. There is even a room designated for corporate events and parties. What attracts most people to this landmark however is its unique, shell-like appearance.
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This landmark is located in Yucatan, Mexico and does not have a concrete creation date, however it did hold great cultural significance from 600 to 1200 AD (prehispanic history). This landmark is a representation of an ancient city, one that was built by Mayans and was believed to be quite popular. Now it’s a protected historical site that receives hundreds of thousands of visitors, who are eager to learn about its rich history. Its name holds great significance as well, meaning “at the mouth of the well.”
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This landmark is located in Rio, Brazil. It is categorized as a statue/sculpture, and was officially completed in 1931. In terms of the structural makeup of the statue, it is nearly 100 feet tall, and it is also nearly 100 feet wide (the arms outstretched). This landmarks hold great cultural significance, and has even been categorized as one of the “New Seven Wonders of the World.” Its name translated is Christ the Redeemer. An interesting fact about this statue is that because of its height, it has been damaged by lighting.
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This landmark is located in Manhattan, New York City. It’s unique in its significance because its neither one single structure or a natural phenomenon. Instead, it’s a city block made up of many stores and businesses – but what gives it its true tourist effect is the massive billboards which light up the night sky. This landmark is one of the highest populated tourist attractions, with millions of visitors each year. It’s the location which holds its infamous New Year’s Eve celebration, including the dropping of the ball.
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This landmark is located in Agra, India. It was officially open in 1643, but the structure received a number of additions in the following years. This landmark, which consists of roughly 40 acres of land, is made up of a mausoleum (which is the main structure), a mosque, and a series of gardens in the surrounding areas. Although a place meant for cultural significance, this landmark receives many visitors from all over the world who are drawn to its exquisite structure.