As peace and quiet are key to an ascetic life, monasteries are often set in scenic and secluded spots, far from the distractions of bustling cities and…
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25 Largest Islands in the World
Wondering what the largest island in the world is? You might be surprised. And no, it’s not Australia. Finding the largest islands in the world is not…
10 Largest Buildings in the World
The world is a kaleidoscope of human-made wonders, from towering skyscrapers to sprawling developments. Some of the largest buildings were unsurprisingly built to house massive aircraft and…
10 Oldest Churches in the World
Back before most churches existed, early Christians would gather in neighbourhood homes known as house churches. In fact, the word ‘church’ was also used to describe the…
10 Largest Lakes in the World
There are hundreds of lakes around the world that hold claim to the title of the largest lake of some kind – either by volume, surface area,…
6 Largest Indoor Water Parks in the World
Now that autumn has arrived (at least in North America) it might be a good idea to start looking for water parks that have the ability to…
7 Largest Statues in the World
Large statues have been constructed since ancient times. The Great Sphinx, built by the ancient Egyptians of the Old Kingdom, is 20 meter (66.34) high and is…
8 Largest Zoos in the World
So what is the largest zoo in the world? The answer to this question depends on what criteria is used for the term “large”. Are we measuring…
10 Largest Malls in the World
Large shopping malls provide a one-stop shopping for anything imaginable. Our list of largest malls in the world is based on the amount of “Gross Leasable Area”….
10 Largest Aquariums in the World
The most common size for a home aquarium tank is probably 29 or 30 gallon, though some aquarists have constructed aquariums of many thousands of gallons. Public…