Sydney Opera House is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world. The opera house has also become a symbol for the country of Australia throughout the world. Resting majestically on Bennelong Point as it reaches into Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Opera House is truly an unforgettable sight. The original plan to build the opera house was put forth in 1950, and designed by John Utzon. Interestingly enough, his vision was more advanced than architectural and engineering abilities of the decade, and it wasn't until 1973 that his ideas were finally put into place. The doors were opened by Queen Elizabeth II on October 20 1973, with its opening show, War and Peace. Today, the Sydney Opera House provides over 200,000 tours each year, and has over 1000 rooms. A diverse mix of dance, theater, and musical performances are presented year round, and locals, as well as tourists, make up the over 2 million guests this Australia opera house entertains each year.
London Bridge is a bridge over the River Thames, connecting the City of London and Southwark, in central London. The current bridge opened on 17 March 1973. London’s original bridge made this one of the most famous bridge in the world. The bridge design includes two bridges that lift the suspension. Adjacent to the Tower of London, which makes this bridge called the Bridge Tower. This bridge was built in 1894, and is one of the great symbols of London.
The Great Wall of China, world's longest construction is far beyond a regular holiday destination or a tourist attraction. It is really a wonderful creativity of man that boasts of the excellent craftsmanship of the creator. People generally correlate it with the defensive stroke against the invading forces but it is not so. The Great Wall of China is a true symbol of world peace, harmony and humanity. The Great Wall of China was originally built more than 2000 years ago by the first Chinese emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi during the Qin Dynasty. The emperor linked and enlarged the existing four ancient fortification walls with North China after vanquishing and connecting China to the seven different martial States. The armies were positioned to encounter the invading Hsiung Nu tribes. There were some signal fires that indicate probable attacks beforehand.
The Baha'i House of Worship in New Delhi, India, popularly known as the Lotus Temple due to its flower-like shape, is a Bahá'í House of Worship and also a prominent attraction in Delhi. It was completed in 1986 and serves as the Mother Temple of the Indian subcontinent. It has won numerous architectural awards and been featured in hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles. This nice temple in India is also called Lotus Temple because it looks just like a lotus flower. The lotus flower is a traditional symbol of India and the Indians simple adore it and also use it when they want to decorate their homes or women.
The Eiffel Tower in Paris is a 986 foot tall iron structure that is next to the Seine River. It is the most famous French landmark and is used as a symbol of France. Named after its designer, engineer Gustave Eiffel, it is a world famous tourist destination with over 5.5 million visitors per year. The tower rises above 1,000 meters and has three impressive platforms, which can afford the visitors a wonderful view of Paris.
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