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There are many institutions that try to evaluate what are the best, most important to history, the most beautiful and just awe inspiring places or things in the world. Here is your chance to make your own list or tell the people of the world what you think should be famous! This is also an excellent resource if planning a trip to an area that you do not know very well.
Remember to be objective here and provide high quality information. The articles are written in a format where there is 4 to 5 bullet points with facts, a picture, a short paragraph with background information and links back to any relevant article.
Bridges have, throughout history, been the focal points of civilizations. Bringing together divided societies and proving what human power can achieve. Certain bridges stand out as truly Famous Bridges.
As diverse as the modern Empire State Building or the old Taj Mahal, there are many examples of buildings that strike us with deep respect for it's designers and builders. Read more about these and other buildings in the Famous Buildings article.
Most continents in the world have their principal deserts or desertlike environments. Whether you like hot or cold conditions, rough or rather comfortable conditions, there is something to find for every traveller in the Famous Deserts article.
Although they might not be specific landmarks, instead they from a possibility to combine dozens of landmarks along the way. Some of them can be done in a week or so, while other take months and require you to do some serious research before you set of, but all of the Famous Journeys are just great for those who like to travel.
From Mount Everest to Kilimanjaro, Famous Mountains spring up all over the world. There have been holy mountains in countless cultures and mountains have divided countless societies. Today people try to climb mountains in order to enjoy amazing views and have an amazing feeling of triumph.
Famous Museums have always drawn millions of visitors, and have for many become the main reason to visit a city. Museums are the keepers of the legacy of mankind in its finest creative moment, and sometimes in its most destructive moment. The collections can vary between antiquities to modern art, and from space rockets to the evidences of the darkest pages in history.
Famous Ruins around the world strike awe and wonder to people everywhere. The accomplishments of our ancestors in ancient times can be stunning especially with the limited tools and knowledge they had. Here is a list of some amazing pre-industrial ruins around the globe.
Famous Statues can be found all over the world, some are huge while others are small and could easily be overlooked. Some have survived many years, and other ones are recently erected, but the most famous ones, have become landmarks for their cities or the center pieces in world famous museums.
Famous Waterfalls are all over the world. Waterfalls are something that inspires people around the world with their beauty and sheer force. Here are some of the most stunning waterfalls around the world.
The world is full of national parks and other places to preserve animals. One thing that comes into the minds of many travellers is to make a real African safari. But there are more options, not only on of the continents, but also below sea level there are great animals and other creatures to be viewed up close. Have a look at the Famous Wildlife Preserves.
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