Architecture

Monday, 20 July 2026
29 facts about Palace of Versailles
29 facts about Palace of Versailles
Former residence of the kings of France
The Palace of Versailles is one of the largest palace complexes in Europe. It is part of the historical and cultural heritage of France, as a symbol o ...

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Malbork Castle
The wall separating the chapel of St. Anny had two small holes, which were associated with a legend.
It was said that these holes were bricked up. However, every attempt to brick them up, ended with th ...
Leaning Tower of Pisa
In 1950, Louis Nichilo designed a gold lipstick container in the Leaning Tower's shape.
Trevi Fountain
According to legend, throwing the appropriate number of coins into the fountain is said to ensure the fulfillment of a wish for the thrower.
The tossing of one coin is supposed to ensure a return to Rome, two coins - romance, and three coins ...
Great Pyramid of Giza
It is also referred to as the "Pyramid of Khufu" and the "Pyramid of Cheops".
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge is one of five London bridges owned and maintained by Bridge House Estates, a charitable trust overseen by the City of London Corporation.
La Scala
La Scala suffered during World War II.
During the bombing of Milan in 1943, on the night of 15th-16th August, bombs hit the theater buildin ...
Forbidden City
The Forbidden City was not open to everyone.
Ordinary people were not allowed to enter - hence the name Forbidden City.
Statue of Liberty
There is a copy of the Statue in Paris, France, four times smaller than the original and reaching 11.5 meters in height.
It is located near the Eiffel Tower on the Île aux Cygnes on the Seine.
Taj Mahal
The emperor and empress are buried in a plain crypt.
According to Islamic tradition, graves cannot be decorated.
Brandenburg Gate
During the operation of the Berlin Wall, the Brandenburg Gate was located in the middle of the border between east and west and crossing it was strictly prohibited.