Triumphal arches are monumental structures with at least one arched passageway and built to honor an important person or to commemorate a significant event.
These Cities Hide Ancient Medinas You Can Get Lost In for Days
The medina is the old and fortified part of a city that where built by Arabs. Their narrow and maze-like streets confused and slow downed any invading army.
10 Uninhabited Islands around the World
The theme of being stranded on an uninhabited island has inspired many films and novels, such as the movie Cast Away and the TV series Lost.
10 Most Impressive Ancient Inca Ruins
The Inca civilization arose from the highlands of Peru in the early 13th century.
10 Most Beautiful Ancient Mayan Temples
The Maya civilization was one of the great Pre-Colombian civilizations, extending throughout the northern Central American region, including the present-day nations of Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, southern Mexico and western Honduras.
10 Most Spectacular Ancient Roman Temples
Roman temples, while related to the Greek temple form in general design and use of the orders, represent a separate category of temple form.
10 Most Amazing Prehistoric Cave Paintings
After visiting the Altamira cave paintings in northern Spain, Pablo Picasso famously exclaimed “after Altamira, all is decadence”. He wasn’t kidding.
27 Most Beautiful Beaches around the World
Whether they’re blessed with blindingly bright white sands or located in the most idyllic setting imaginable; the world is truly home to a staggering array of beautiful beaches, each more breathtaking than the last.
10 Most Spectacular Sea Stacks in the World
Sea stacks are amazing vertical rock formations standing in the sea that were formed entirely by wind and water.
10 Most Important Rivers in the World
Rivers have been very useful to men in all parts of the world since prehistoric times.