From yesteryear’s ancient wonders to today’s trendy beaches, how well do you know the most famous landmarks in the world? Engage in this bit of travel trivia and learn why any lifetime may be too short to visit the top 1,000 places on Earth.
France named the statue “Liberty Enlightening the World” during its construction and before it was presented as a gift of friendship to the U.S.
The Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt is the sole survivor of the original Seven Ancient Wonders of the World.
"The Pietà" is located just to the right of the entrance to St. Peter's Basilica.
The red, yellow and blue Royal Standard is flown at royal residences when the sovereign is present.
The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum. Building started in 1632, and it took more than 20 years to complete construction.
Although an active volcano, Mount Fuji last erupted in 1708, so people regularly climb up the side of it.
A kora, the Tibetan Buddhist ritual of walking around a sacred site in a clockwise direction, can be done in Lhasa, Tibet.
This spectacular waterfall is in Argentina and can be accessed from the Brazilian side.
Turquoise-colored waters flank the palm tree-lined, sandy Camps Bay beach in Cape Town, South Africa.
The Strøget, in Copenhagen, is the longest downtown pedestrian street system in Europe.
You are Marco Polo reincarnate; travel runs through your veins. Your passport is probably full of stamps, and you always keep a suitcase packed. Before one excursion ends, you're already planning your next adventure.
You are first mate to Christopher Columbus, curious and knowledgeable about the world we live in. But, you still have more to learn before the captain will let you navigate the ship.
You get to carry the equipment for Lewis and Clark. You know where to find all the landmarks in your neck of the woods without using a compass, but you still rely on scouts whenever you travel over less familiar terrain.
Mr. Stanley did not ask you for directions when he set out to find Dr. Livingstone. You consult a map whenever you leave home. No matter, you're an intrepid adventurer at heart, and, with just a bit of study, you'll make a first-class guide.