Rundale Palace

Rundāle Palace, Latvia

The most magnificent historical palace in Latvia, a Baroque structure that was built in 1736-1768 for the Duke of Courland and Semigallia. Surrounded by gorgeous gardens.

Etchmiadzin Cathedral

Etchmiadzin Cathedral

The main church in Armenia and, possibly, the oldest cathedral in the world. The first church was built, reportedly, in 301 – 303 AD, but the construction of the current church was started in 483 AD.

Riga Cathedral

Riga Cathedral

The largest medieval church in the Baltic states. It was constructed in 1211 and extended in later times. The current Baroque tower was constructed in 1775.

Jerusalem Old City

Jerusalem Old City

One of the most important and holiest cities in world history, one of the oldest cities with hundreds of monuments of world importance.

Monastery of Saint Anthony

Monastery of Saint Anthony

A Coptic monastery and the oldest continuously operating Christian monastery in the world. Saint Antony started to live in a small cave there around 311 AD and some decades later his disciples joined.

Riga Saint Peter’s Church

Riga Saint Peter's Church

One of the symbols of Riga is a large brick Gothic church with an unusually tall spire in Baroque style, constructed in 1209 – 1746.

Venice

Venice, Grand Canal from Ponte dell'Accademia

One of the most unusual and most beautiful cities on Earth. Unbelievable amount of art and architecture values on 118 islands. No 1. wonder of Earth according to Wondermondo.

Aglona Basilica and monastery

Aglona Basilica

The most important pilgrimage church in Latvia. This basilica was constructed in 1768 – 1780 together with a monastery.

Shanghai Tunnels

Stairway down to Shanghai Tunnels in Portland

Legendary tunnels in diverse locations of Chinatown. These tunnels were used as escape routes as well as for living, for diverse criminal activities. Legends about haunting.

Timberline Lodge in Oregon

Timberline Lodge

Historical lodge with an ornate interior that has many features of the Prairie Style. It was constructed in 1936-1938.