Some of the most stunning Mausoleums were constructed in the 17th century. This includes the Taj Mahal and this incredible tomb in modern-day Pakistan. Named in honor of the Mughal Emperor who was buried here, this building can easily be described as one of the world’s most impressive feats of Islamic architecture. Let’s take a …
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Most memorials dedicated to former American presidents can be found in Washington D.C. More specifically, the magnificently landscaped park called the National Mall. This notion makes this incredible landmark in New York City that was dedicated to the 18th president of the United States and his wife a remarkable exception. In this article, you’ll discover …
In the southern part of Scotland, a remarkable structure dominates the rural landscape. Once part of an amazing palace complex, this intriguing mausoleum served as the final resting place of a family of wealthy dukes. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most interesting facts about Hamilton Mausoleum, a remarkable feat of architecture …
Countless empires have come and gone all across the world in the past Millennia. This also includes the leaders who reigned over them. One of these became the founder of the first Persian Empire in the 6th century B.C. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most interesting facts about the Tomb of …
Ever since the mummified body of Vladimir Lenin became a popular tourist attraction at his mausoleum following his death in 1924, the remains of multiple other Communist leaders have followed suit. One of these is one of the most important figures in modern Chinese history, and in this article, we’ll take a closer look at …
Some of the most prominent English royals are buried near one of the most spectacular castles in England, just outside of London. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most interesting facts about the Royal Mausoleum at Frogmore, one of the most remarkable mausoleums in the world. 1. It’s the …
The chances that you ever visit the city of Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea, are relatively slim, even though specialized tours are offered for daredevils who are interested in exploring the most secluded country in the world. That’s because this remarkable city is filled with intriguing landmarks. In this article, we’ll take a closer …
One of the most intriguing buildings in Moscow is the remarkable mausoleum of one of the nation’s great leaders of the past. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at some interesting facts about Lenin’s Mausoleum, the fascinating, yet the macabre final resting place of Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin. 1. It’s located on the …
Did you know that the word “Mausoleum” was derived from a structure now referred to as the “Mausoleum at Halicarnassus?” This ancient structure was built between 353 and 350 BC in modern-day Bodrum, Turkey. It served as the tomb of Mausolus, the ruler of Caria at the time, and his wife (who was also his …
There are plenty of examples of buildings that saw their purpose change over the course of history. One of the most fascinating structures in Paris is one of these, mainly because of the turbulent period in which it was built. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most interesting facts …