Tag: Tower

Chor Minor (Чор Минор), meaning “Four Minarets” in Persian, is one of the most charming, unusual, and beloved architectural monuments in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Built in 1807, this small, picturesque structure…

The Poi Kalyan (Пои Калон), or “Foot of the Great,” is the majestic and historical heart of the holy city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan. This magnificent architectural ensemble is dominated by…

The Fedchenko Glacier (now officially named the Vanch-Yakh Glacier) is a colossal and magnificent valley glacier located in the heart of the Pamir Mountains in Tajikistan. It is a true…

The Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center (Хан Шатыр, “Royal Marquee” or “King of Tents”) is a giant, transparent tent-like structure and one of the most iconic works of modern architecture in…

The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation (Бейбітшілік пен келісім сарайы), also known as the Pyramid of Peace and Accord, is a modern architectural marvel and a major landmark in Astana,…

The Bayterek (Бәйтерек) Tower is a monumental observation tower in the heart of Astana, the capital city of Kazakhstan. Completed in 2002, this futuristic structure is more than just a…

The Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen, commonly known as Panfilov Park, is a large and historic urban park located in the heart of Almaty, Kazakhstan. Established in the 1870s, the…

The Ascension Cathedral (Вознесенский собор), more famously known as Zenkov Cathedral, is a magnificent Russian Orthodox cathedral located in the green heart of Almaty, Kazakhstan. Completed in 1907, it is…

The Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, originally the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, is the largest and most magnificent medieval building in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus. It stands as a breathtaking masterpiece of…

The Holy Church of Saint Lazarus (Ιερός Ναός Αγίου Λαζάρου), located in the heart of Larnaca, is one of the most important and revered spiritual sites in Cyprus. This magnificent…

Othello Castle, also known as Othello’s Tower, is a formidable medieval fortress that guards the entrance to the historic harbour of Famagusta in Northern Cyprus. Originally built by the Lusignans…

Paphos Castle (Κάστρο της Πάφου) is a historic fortress located at the western edge of the picturesque Paphos Harbour in Cyprus. With a history marked by repeated destruction and reconstruction,…

Suleiman-Too (Сулайман-Тоо, Solomon’s Throne) is a sacred mountain that rises dramatically from the heart of the city of Osh in the Fergana Valley of southern Kyrgyzstan. For over 1,500 years,…

Tash Rabat (Таш Рабат) is a remarkably well-preserved 15th-century stone caravanserai located in a remote, high-altitude valley in the Tian Shan mountains of Kyrgyzstan. Its name translates to “Stone Fortress,”…

The Burana Tower (Бурана мунарасы) is a large minaret in the Chuy Valley of northern Kyrgyzstan and one of the oldest architectural constructions in Central Asia. It is the most…

The Old City of Nablus is the historic heart of one of Palestine’s largest and most culturally significant cities. With a history stretching back millennia to the Canaanite city of…

The Burj Al Arab Jumeirah (Arabic: برج العرب, “Tower of the Arabs”) is a global icon of Arabian luxury and one of the most famous hotels in the world. Opened…

The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) in Doha is one of the world’s leading institutions dedicated to the art of the Islamic world. Housed in an architectural masterpiece, it sits…

Saint Stepanos Monastery (Armenian: Սուրբ Ստեփանոս վանք, Surb Stepanos Vank; Persian: کلیسای سن استپانوس, Kelisā-ye San Estepānus), also known as Maghardavank, is a significant Armenian monastery located in northwestern Iran….

Sanahin Monastery (Armenian: Սանահինի վանք, Sanahini vank) is a prominent 10th-century Armenian monastic complex located in the Lori Province. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated not only for…

Republic Square is the central square of Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia. It is a monumental and iconic landmark, serving as the city’s main urban and cultural hub, renowned…

The Louvre Abu Dhabi is a groundbreaking art and civilization museum located on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Opened in 2017, it is the first universal museum…

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a magnificent and iconic mosque located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. It is the country’s largest mosque and…

The Museum of the Future (MOTF) is an iconic and visionary landmark located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Opened in February 2022, it’s not a museum in the traditional sense,…

Palm Jumeirah is an iconic artificial archipelago off the coast of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shaped like a colossal palm tree, it’s a testament to human ingenuity and a global…

The Dubai Mall is a colossal shopping, entertainment, and leisure destination located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Opened in 2008, it is one of the largest malls in the world…

The Burj Khalifa is a megatall skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and holds the title of the world’s tallest structure. Opened in 2010, it’s a mixed-use building designed to…

Al-Qudaibiya Palace, also known as Gudaibiya Palace, is a significant palace located in Manama, Bahrain. It serves as a major political hub for the Kingdom, hosting important government meetings and…

The United Tower is a distinctive skyscraper located in Bahrain Bay, Manama, Bahrain. Completed in 2016, it’s an architectural marvel renowned for its unique twisting design and its multi-use concept,…

The Bahrain World Trade Center (BWTC) is a striking twin-tower skyscraper complex located in Manama, Bahrain. Completed in 2008, it’s globally recognized as the first skyscraper in the world to…