812 Wonders of the World (and Growing)

Site of the Week:812 Wonders of the World (and Growing)
In 1972, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) sponsored an international agreement to start a World Heritage List of sites that make up the heritage of all humankind. There are now 812 sites on the list--812 world wonders--and more are added every year.

In 2001, the Taliban government of Afghanistan used tanks, explosives, and anti-aircraft guns to destroy two ancient and colossal statues of the Buddha in Afghanistan's Bamiyan Valley. Outraged, Belgian photographer Tito Dupret started the World Heritage Tour, an effort to photograph--using 360-degree panoramas--all of UNESCO's World Heritage sites, recording them for posterity and giving everyone virtual ownership of the cultural wonders of the world. Just click and see the world's cultural riches now.

See world wonders in 360-degree panoramas

Michael Himick and Steve Sampson
November 11, 2005

Visit Beijing, China

What better place to visit than to visit Beijing, the host city of
the Olympics in 2008. Beijing is a fascinating city. In fact, China
is a great country to visit. It is steeped in rich and colourful
traditions and culture.

Beijing is currently hosting a World Carnival which was
officially opened on July 29, just two days ago.



There are lots to do and see in Beijing. If you're planning on
a shopping spree, here are some bargaining tips that might
come in handy and more information on travelling in Beijing.

It's London - Host of The Olympics 2012

It's London!
International Olympic Committee President Jacques Rogge
has announced that London will host the 2012 Olympic Games
and Paralympic Games.

Yes, it's London and why not visit London. London has the
greatest concentration of major attractions in Britain and
boasts four World Heritage Sites. 238 attractions that are
free to enter, so there's nowhere else in the world where
you can see so much for so little. Choose from the classic
British Airways London Eye to museums and galleries, or
head outdoors to one of London's many parks.



London hotels by district

Visit Hong Kong

Feel it! Enjoy it!Hong Kong is simply dazzling. Experience
the distinctive blend of East and West in this dynamic city.
Feel the rush as you indulge in shopping. Savour culinary
delicacies. Open your senses to Hong Kong's amazing skyline,
bustling harbour and peaceful countryside. Come discover the
diversity and sophistication that is Hong Kong. You'll love it!

Waltzing through Vienna

St Stephen's Cathedral is located at the heart of Vienna in
Stephenplatz, a busy pedestrian precinct that's famed for shopping.


Lucky visitors can catch a concert such as this, with the
magnificent Schonbrunn Palace for a backdrop.


Part of the Schonbrunn Palace, the favourite summer home
of the Habsburg dynasty who ruled the Austrian empire for
hundreds of years.

Think Vienna, think Strauss. But there's more, DAVID LING
discovers, much more to the famous city whose long, colourful
and occasionally violent history goes into making the Austrian
capital what it is today.

Read story: The Star... Waltzing through Vienna

Other: Salzburg

The Petronas Twin Towers

Visit the tallest buildings in the world.
Until 1998, the world's tallest skyscraper had always been
in the United States. But that year, Malaysia's Petronas Towers
laid claim to this distinction.

On April 15, 1996, the Council on Tall Buildings named the
Petronas Towers the tallest in the world, passing the torch
to a new continent.

The view from the sky-bridge linking both towers on the 41st and
42nd floors is breathtaking especially on a clear day.

Related sites:
http://www.klcc.com.my/Showcase/PTT/ps_ptt_overview.htm
http://klcc.stsite.com/

Visit Malaysia:
http://www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my/
http://www.geographia.com/malaysia/kualalumpur.html
http://all-about-malaysia.blogspot.com

New York, The Statue of Liberty

A visit to The Statue of Liberty is a must if one visits New York City.

Inside The Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty is more than a monument. She is a beloved friend, a living symbol of freedom to millions around the world. These exhibits are a tribute to the people who created her, to those who built and paid for her, to the ideals she represents, and to the hopes she inspires.

Visitors can now experience a special insider's view of the engineering marvel that is the Statue of Liberty.

The Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower was built for the International Exhibition of
Paris of 1889 commemorating the centenary of the French
Revolution. The Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII of
England, opened the tower. Of the 700 proposals submitted
in a design competition, Gustave Eiffel's was unanimously chosen.

Paris...