Cascade complex – Armenia

Noravank Monastery was built in the 13th century, about 122 km

from Yerevan, on the edge of the narrow winding gorge of the Amaghu
River, close to Yeghegnadzo. This gorge is known for its tall, steep, brick-
red cliffs directly across from the monastery. The Monastery has been
included in the UNESCO heritage list since 2002.
 Baku Flame Tower- Azerbaijan
The history of Baku, with its cult of fire worship provided the inspiration for
the design, which consists of three flame-shaped towers, each with a
different function, set in a triangular shape are visible from many parts of
the city. Baku Flame Towers are a symbol of the historic past and the
future strength and potential of Azerbaijan. The design was conceived as a
set of flames, driven from the ground up one of the main hills of Baku. Fire
symbolizes energy and eternity, and also goes back to the ancient worship
of this element.
 Four Seasons Bharain Bay- Bharain
The Four Seasons hotel is the centrepiece of the Bahrain Bay development,
and another quintessential part of the capital’s skyline. It was designed by
Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, who also worked on Dubai’s tallest
skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa. According to SOM, the building “evokes a
monumental gateway to a growing city” when viewed from a distance.
There are two pillars which are connected by 17 floors of hotel space in the
lower levels, and two floors of meeting rooms and restaurants at the very
top.
 Church of Agios Lazaros, Larnaca- Cyprus

The Church of Agios Lazaros (or Saint Lazarus) is a stunning stone church
that was built towards the end of the 9th century, and is one of the most
important Byzantine monuments of Cyprus. The church lies of the tomb of
Saint Lazarus who was said to have been the resurrected friend of Jesus
Christ, and his tomb, with its beautiful marble sarcophagi, can be viewed
inside the church’s crypt. The iconic looking tiered building is also worth a
visit at night, when the lights of the square in front of the church highlight
its beautiful shape, which makes for an impressive sight against the
night’s sky.
 The Bridge of Peace, Tbilisi- Georgia

Relatively newly constructed the Bridge of Peace is definitely the attraction

one wouldn’t want to miss in Tbilisi. It is a pedestrian glass and steel
bridge in a bow-shaped design that sits over the Mtkvari (Kura) river in
Georgian capital. It was officially opened in May 2010. The bridge was
brought to Georgia from Italy in 200 unassembled components. The bridge
is 156 meters long and has more than 10 000 LED bulbs built-in, that are
switched on daily 90 minutes before the sunset.
 Shah Mosque- Iran

Shah Mosque in Isfahan is one of Iran’s most iconic monuments and one of
the most beautiful religious centres across the middle east. Famous for its
incredibly unique Persian architecture and ornate detail, you could easily
spend the afternoon just getting to know the design details. Beyond its
pretty face, however, the mosque holds a ton of history dating back to the
early 1600s.
 Al Yassin Mosque- Iraq

The city of Baghdad is characterized by the abundance of distinctive

religious monuments in it, which date back to years ago, and stand today
as evidence of the nobility of this country, and the Al-Yassin Mosque is one
of these monuments. In addition to its importance as a mosque and its
distinctive architectural design, which was designed in the style of Islamic
architecture, it includes The shrine of Imam Musa al-Kadhim (Musa al-
Kadhim), a grandson of Imam Ali (ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib)
 Dome of the rock, from the Mount of Olives – Israel
Jerusalem is known as the most religious city in the world. Christians,
Jews, and Muslims live together in the old city. While wandering through
the narrow, magical streets of the city, the golden dome of the Dome of
the Rock will immediately catch your eye.

The rock over which the shrine was built is sacred to Muslims and Jews.
Although it is not a mosque, it is the first major Muslim monument for
public worship. It was built in the late 7th century by Abd al-Malik ibn
Marwan.

Verses from the Quran are inscribed on all the walls inside the building.
Abraham wanted to sacrifice his son on this sacred ground, and
Mohammed went to heaven. This landmark in Israel is definitely a must-
see for those interested in religion and history. Make sure to wear
appropriate clothing and be deterred by the army standing at the heavily
guarded building.
 Ajloun Castle- Jordan

Located to the north-west of Amman at the head of the Jordan Valley, the
castle at Ajloun towers over the surrounding landscape and has, for over
800 years, protected one of the region’s most strategically important
locations. The construction of Ajloun was overseen by a nephew of the
esteemed leader and military tactician Salah ud-Din. Unique in being the
only entirely Arab designed and built castle in the country, Ajloun’s primary
function was to counter the Crusader threat but, as this peril diminished,
the castle helped to control and protect communications, trade and
commercial interests. Centuries of warfare and natural disasters took their
toll but sensitive 20th century excavations and renovations have taken
place.
 Kuwait Towers- Kuwait
Three high-rise towers located on the coast of the Arabian Gulf, designed
by Lindstrom Office (Lindstrom) engineering in Sweden and implemented
by the company Energoproject (Energoproject) Yugoslavian, where the
height of the main tower is 187 meters. These towers are considered one
of the most prominent landmarks of Kuwait, and they represent a symbol
of the contemporary renaissance and evidence of its progress and
advancement, as it reflects the attempt to integrate modern technologies,
aesthetic values, functional needs, and social services in one facility. The
first ball includes Al Ofoq Restaurant, Le Café, and Dasman Ballroom. While
the other ball features a part that rotates in full every half an hour, and it
contains a gift shop and a cafeteria where drinks, snacks and quick meals
are served. This section also features a telescope that enables you to view
the surrounding landmarks around the towers, the areas of Kuwait, the
Green Island, and Dasman Palace .
 Palace of Dreams- Lebanon
The Palace of Dreams, located in an elevated area of the Danniyeh
barrens, attracts large numbers of tourists who are curious to explore
what this architectural masterpiece hides inside. A huge cedar stands
tall at the entrance to the palace, welcoming visitors, revealing behind
it a rich store of diversity that constitutes Lebanon's cultural
identity, with its religious and cultural diversity and civilizational
accumulation over the centuries.
 Muscat- Oman
Muscat is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Oman, located
below rugged mountains. Leaving an indelible print on the culture of
Oman, explore Muscat’s marble-clad Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque having
a 50-meter wide dome. Also, visit the Al Jalali Fort, marvellous Al Alam
Palace, National Museum of Oman, Bait Al Zubair Museum and the Museum
of Natural History.
 Citadel of Damascus- Syria
The Damascus Citadel was listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites
in 1979. Its origins date back to the late twelfth century AD, during the
reign of Salah al-Din in particular, and it is part of the historic city wall. This
castle takes the shape of a rectangle, and includes 12 high towers and
several large stone gates. It is made of basalt and carbonate stone, and its
walls are interspersed with openings that were intended for throwing
arrows in ancient times.
 The Blue Mosque- Turkey
Officially known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, the Blue Mosque is one of
the most famous sites in Turkey. With its iconic blue-tiled roof, the Blue
Mosque was built during the 1600s under the rule of Sultan Ahmet I to
reaffirm Ottoman power. It stands 73m high, and its central dome spans
23.5m in diameter. In addition, the building also has six minarets, five
main domes, and eight secondary domes. The design incorporates
Byzantine elements and traditional Islamic architecture and is perfectly
symmetrical.
 Burj Al Arab- UAE

The Burj Al Arab is a luxury five-star hotel in Dubai, and one of the most
recognizable landmarks of the United Arab Emirates. It is the 7th highest
hotel in the world, although around 39 percent of its actual height is taken
up by non-occupiable space. The awe-inspiring Burj Al Arab rises 280 m
(920 ft) from Jumeirah Beach on an artificial island and is linked to the
Dubai mainland by a unique curving bridge. The structural form was
developed to imitate a ship’s sail, but the Burj al Arab also looks like the
world’s largest Christian cross when viewed from the ocean.
 Jabal Haraz- Yemen
Jabal Haraz is the most famous monuments in Yemen. With its terraced
farms and ancient settlements built like forts on the edge of high cliffs, this
area, named for the Haraz Mountains in which it is located, is a terrific
place to visit.

These raised dwellings were designed to seem like castles and blend in
with the surrounding farmland. Fortunately, they have avoided the recent
wars that have engulfed Yemen. El Hegara, one of the region's most
attractive medieval towns, clings to the brink of a mountainside and is a
popular hiking base. Special permits are required to visit this historic site in
Yemen due to the current situation.
 Great Wall of China- China
Stretching for an incredible 13,170 miles across the northern borders, the
Great Wall is undoubtedly one of China’s most famous landmarks. The
structure consists of numerous walls and fortifications, many of which run
parallel to each other, although the most-visited sections can be found just
outside Beijing.
The idea for the Great Wall of China came from Emperor Qin Shi Huang
(259-210 BC) and was intended to prevent intrusions into the Chinese
Empire. Although the wall never effectively stopped invaders from entering
China, it served as a ‘psychological barrier’ between Chinese civilisation and
the world, according to historians, and remains a powerful symbol of the
country’s strength and resilience.
 Big Buddha or Tian Tan Buddha- Hongkong
A large bronze statue of Buddha which was completed in the year 1993. To
reach this religious icon you have to take a combination of bus and ferry or
ferry and skyrail. It took several years to build this great monument with
gold and bronze and when you see this gigantic statue you will know why.
This monument is a symbol which shows the harmonious relationship of
man and nature, people and faith. A popular tourist attraction and a major
place of Buddhism in Hong Kong.
 Mount Fuji- Japan
Mount Fuji is the highest volcano in Japan, coming in at a towering
12,389 feet tall. In fact, Mount Fuji towers so high over the
landscape that it can be seen all the way from Tokyo on a clear
day.

Mount Fuji is one of Japan’s Three Holy Mountains alongside

Tateyama and Mount Hakusan. It has also been a UNESCO World
Heritage Site since 2013, though its influence and admiration can be
traced as far back as the eighth century. The view of Mount Fuji
from afar is impressive. Still, there’s plenty to see up close and in
the foothills, including the Fujisan Sengen Shrine. This 1,000-year-
old structure was the first Sengen shrine built in Japan, and while
many more followed, it remains the most significant. You can tour
this shrine, and get a little closer to Fujisan, when you join us on
the Falls, Forests, and Mt. Fuji Shrine shore excursion.
 Grand Lisboa Hotel- Macau

The Grand Lisboa Hotel, built by Macau ’s king of gambler Ho Hung Wah at
a cost of 5 billion yuan, is one of the largest and most luxurious hotels in
Macau and the most well-known landmark in Macau. The Grand Lisboa
Hotel in macau is a unique, luxurious, dazzling masterpiece of
craftsmanship

The hotel covers an area of over 12,000 square meters, with a total height
of 228 meters and a total of 44 floors. The interior of the hotel is very
luxurious. A super large diamond is displayed in the center of the lobby,
which is the 218-carat "Ho Hung Wah Star". This diamond has been
identified as the world's largest pillow-shaped D-color flawless diamond in
the United States, and its value is incalculable.