From colourful old towns to sleek modern skylines, this gallery showcases the world’s most beautiful cities, celebrated for their natural beauty, awe-inspiring architecture, iconic landmarks and rich ...
Built in the 17th century by architect Jacob van Campen, the Royal Palace Amsterdam once served as Amsterdam's town hall. The grand structure held the distinction of being the largest secular ...
One of Old Town's most recognizable buildings is The Royal Castle in Warsaw - Museum. This former royal residence and administrative center, which was bombed during World War II and reconstructed ...
India's erstwhile royals are opening their palaces and using their influence to attract tourists and promote the heritage of ...
In 1725, Clemens August of Bavaria (1700-1761), Prince-Elector and archbishop of Cologne, planned and constructed this large residence at Brühl on the foundations of a medieval castle ... Government ...
She'd never even kissed her husband properly before they married. And so on her wedding night, Princess Marie Bonaparte was shocked by what occurred in the bedroom. 'You took me that night in a ...
The 12th-century Maiden Tower (Giz Galasy) is built over earlier structures dating from the 7th to 6th centuries BC, and the 15th-century Shirvanshahs' Palace is one of the ... architectural monuments ...
The Alentejo is home to one the best-preserved Roman remains in all of Portugal. Its architecture and history have fascinated visitors for thousands of years.
It’s been said that the great suit of ground-floor rooms is considered to be ‘one of the all-time masterpieces of hotel architecture’ comparing it to the likes of a royal palace. Over a 100 years ...
Monarchists have slammed the central bank's decision not to include the King's portrait on the $5 note, saying the government is pushing to become a republic.