Tombs of the Kings
The Tombs of the Kings is a large, ancient necropolis located in Paphos, on the southwestern coast of Cyprus. Despite its regal name, the site was not the burial place…
Suleiman-Too Sacred Mountain
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
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,”…
Burana Tower
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…
Jeti-Oguz Gorge
Jeti-Oguz (Жети-өгүз) is a stunningly beautiful gorge and nature resort located on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake in Kyrgyzstan. Its name translates from Kyrgyz as “Seven Bulls,” a direct…
Ala Archa National Park
Ala Archa National Park is a spectacular alpine national park located in the Tian Shan mountains of Kyrgyzstan. Established in 1976, it is a sanctuary of pristine wilderness just a…
Song-Kul Lake
Song-Kul (Соң-Көл, Song-Köl) is a stunning alpine lake located high in the Tian Shan mountains of central Kyrgyzstan. Its name translates to “Following Lake,” and it is a place of…
Issyk-Kul Lake
Issyk-Kul (Ысык-Көл, Ysyk-Köl) is a vast, endorheic (meaning it has no outflow) lake in the northern Tian Shan mountains of eastern Kyrgyzstan. Its name means “Warm Lake” in the Kyrgyz…
Mount of Temptation
The Mount of Temptation, known locally as Jebel Quruntul, is a rugged, limestone peak overlooking the ancient city of Jericho in the West Bank. It is revered in Christian tradition…
Old City of Nablus
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…
Ibrahimi Mosque
The Ibrahimi Mosque, also known to Jews as the Cave of Machpelah or the Tomb of the Patriarchs, is an ancient and deeply sacred site located in the heart of…
Old City of Jerusalem
The Old City of Jerusalem is a one-square-kilometer walled area that constitutes the historic and spiritual heart of the modern city of Jerusalem. For millennia, it has been a focal…
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is a major pilgrimage site in Christianity, located within the Christian Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. The church contains, according to traditions…
Church of the Nativity
The Church of the Nativity, located in the heart of Bethlehem, is one of the oldest and most sacred sites in Christianity. It is built over the cave, or grotto,…
Shiseido Gallery
The Shiseido Gallery is a prestigious, non-profit art space located in the heart of Tokyo’s luxurious Ginza district. Opened in 1919, it is believed to be the oldest art gallery…
Burj Al Arab Jumeirah
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…
Fuwairit Beach
Fuwairit Beach is one of Qatar’s most beautiful and popular natural beaches, celebrated for its soft white sand, clear turquoise waters, and serene, undeveloped coastline. Located on the northern tip…
Dahl Al Misfir Cave
Dahl Al Misfir is one of Qatar’s most spectacular and accessible natural wonders, offering a glimpse into the geological world hidden just beneath the desert’s surface. As the largest and…
Al Thakira Mangroves
The Al Thakira Mangroves represent one of Qatar’s most surprising and precious natural treasures. In a nation renowned for its vast desert landscapes, this large expanse of dense, green forest…
Zekreet Mushroom Rocks
In the stark, beautiful desert landscape of western Qatar lies the Ras Abrouq peninsula, an area famous for its otherworldly limestone rock formations. Among the most iconic of these are…
Singing Sand Dunes of Qatar
The Singing Sand Dunes of Qatar are a rare and captivating natural phenomenon located in the country’s vast desert interior. One of only about 30 such places in the world,…
Khor Al Adaid
Khor Al Adaid, known to English speakers as the Inland Sea, is one of Qatar’s most remarkable natural wonders and a UNESCO-recognized natural reserve. It is a unique tidal embayment…
Pearl Island in Doha
The Pearl Island is a monumental man-made island in Doha, Qatar, renowned for its opulence and Riviera-style living. Spanning nearly four square kilometers of reclaimed land, it was the first…
Katara Cultural Village
Katara Cultural Village, often referred to simply as Katara, is a purpose-built development in Doha, Qatar, dedicated to celebrating and promoting global arts and heritage. Opened in 2010, its name…
Souq Waqif
Souq Waqif (Arabic: سوق واقف, “the standing market”) is the historical and cultural heart of Doha, Qatar. A vibrant marketplace that feels like an anachronism against the city’s futuristic skyline,…
National Museum of Qatar
The National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) is an architectural marvel and a cultural institution that tells the story of Qatar and its people. Through its innovative design and immersive exhibits,…
Museum of Islamic Art
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…
Yerevan Opera House
The Armenian National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet, commonly known as the Yerevan Opera House, is a cultural cornerstone and an architectural marvel in the heart of Armenia’s capital….
Cascade Complex
The Cascade Complex (Armenian: Կասկադ, Kasakd) is a monumental building complex in Yerevan, Armenia, renowned for its terraced gardens, extensive staircases, and contemporary art installations. It serves as a vibrant…
Saint Stepanos Monastery
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….