It's hard to imagine this planet without its biggest landmarks, from Sydney Opera House to the Statue of Liberty. But, of course, there was a time when they existed only as plans or blueprints, or in ...

Big Ben bonged for the last time on Aug. 21 after an announcement that London's famous bell will be silenced until 2021 while its home, Elizabeth Tower, undergoes a multi-million dollar renovation.

Around the globe, towering monuments serve as enduring symbols of culture, history, and human achievement. From the ancient wonders of the world to modern architectural marvels, these structures have ...

Before they were featured on postcards and added to bucket lists, the world’s most famous landmarks started out like most other projects: Buried under a mountain of blueprints and permits, scaffolding ...

It's hard to imagine this planet without its biggest landmarks, from Sydney Opera House to the Statue of Liberty. But, of course, there was a time when they existed only as plans or blueprints, or in ...

Millions visit the world’s most iconic landmarks every year, snapping pictures and exploring guided routes. Yet, what the average visitor sees is often just the surface. Deep within these monuments ...

These are just a few of the reasons the World Monuments Fund chose the 25 world monuments in its 2025 World Monuments Watch—they all face key threats to their preservation. The World Monuments Fund ...

Maine’s trove of historic lighthouses, a collection of Albanian monasteries, a Parisian chapel, and Earth’s sole natural satellite are among the latest cultural heritage sites identified by global ...