These impressive buildings are the offices of all public meetings and different parliamentary offices. however, government buildings play not only a role in the political life of a country, but they are historical monuments too and a perfect illustration of a country’s heritage. With a government’s deep pockets and motivated by pride and prestige, they are inherently symbolic…
For those with bottomless purse and a cutting edge sense of style, these huge shopping avenues will be right their alley. From the Ginza in Tokyo to New York’s Fifth Avenue, here are the World’s Best 9 Shopping Streets Ginza, Tokyo, Japan 1 The Ginza is Japan’s biggest luxury shopping and entertainment district, featuring numerous department stores, boutiques. Ginza has…
Geoglyphs are large artworks constructed by ancient civilizations on grounds which often can only be viewed from the air. Despite our best efforts, their actual purpose and the identity of their creators remain mysteries to this day. Listed below the World’s 9 Most Mysterious Geoglyphs. Sajama Lines, Bolivia 9 In a remote part of the Oruro…
There are everyday hotels and there are extraordinary hotels. Take a break from the everyday hotels and get back to nature with one of these coolest treehouse accommodations that combine serenity with the pleasure of being immersed in nature. Check out our World’s 8 Coolest Treehouse Hotels and stay in a tree-house hotel along the beach or in a remote rainforest.…
Train travel, which was considered a great innovation once upon a time, is still a very important mode of transport. It offers travelers a chance to sit back and relax as they ride through some of the world’s most incredible scenery. As train commuters, people often walk in and out of the stations at a…
Since the dawn of history, men have tried to reach for the sky, or so we read in the famous myth of the Tower of Babel. Tall buildings have existed for hundreds of years, but during the 20th century, they reached new heights when skyscrapers began to pop up around the world. Men have used…
To reach some of the world’s most beautiful and remote locations, you may have to deal with a few scary takeoffs and landings along the way. Landing in an airport is usually a safe and fun experience, but certain circumstances make them really dangerous. You might want to avoid the following airports that have continuously…
There are lots of cities where it is good to be a cyclist, but some are a true paradise for two-wheelers. As more environmentally friendly methods of travel are being embraced throughout the world, a number of countries have begun to reinvest in one of the oldest means of travel: the bicycle. Our list of the…
Waterfalls are one of nature’s most beautiful creations and come in all shapes and sizes. They are usually judged by their height, width or style or volume of water. Styles of waterfalls include tiered, cascades, horsetails or single drops (plunges). Some larger waterfalls contain multiple styles, showcasing cascades, tiers and even horsetails in one amazing waterfall.…
The Opera House is a plush, gilded palace where grandiose spectacles requiring vast spaces and great heights could be performed where the social elite gathers to watch in comfort and elegance wonderful performances. There are only a few opera houses without a “royal box”, since they were used not only to establish the ruling class…
Time zones are tricky and have brought strange quirks to our lives since the 1884 Meridian Conference. There have been interesting events throughout history when it comes to time zones. For instance, Hitler’s 1940s sweep through Europe ended the Amsterdam time. If that wasn’t enough, American Samoa gave the United States the ultimate cold shoulder;…
The Japanese Maglev bullet train recently broke its own world record as the fastest train in the world by traveling at 604 kmph (374 mph) for nearly 11 seconds. Right now, the train is still only a prototype and we will have to wait until 2027 for it to be put into commercial transport between…
Nature never stops to amaze us with its fascinating phenomenon just like these sinkholes, terrifying massive holes that open up in the Earth without warning. As well as being very dangerous, sinkholes are also a very dramatic geological feature and in most cases they are beautiful. WOW Travel offers you a unique list of the Top 6 Most Amazing Sinkholes On Earth.…
Tunnels are some of the most amazing displays of engineering. They are laid through mountains and even water to meet the needs of highways and roads and they are definitely not the place for a car to break down. Check out the list of the Top 5 Longest Tunnels In The World. Lærdal Tunnel, Norway –…
Nowadays, everyone’s dream is to be independent. We all look for a way to do things ourselves. To cook a gourmet dinner at home, to assemble a 50 piece closet, to sew a beautiful dress, to build a house, you name it. One can learn to do everything online. However, to travel alone around the…
The number of travel blogs published grows quickly and deciding which are the most interesting to read can be tough since so many travelers turning their advice into some of the best travel blogs online. Blogs written by independent travelers are becoming the majority of information and inspiration to go travel by many people across the world.…
Though most of the people out there in the world love to eat and cherish the vegetarian cuisine, it’s not at all easy to find vegan-friendly cities, especially when you don’t have the list. It’s not easy to rank any city based on how many vegetarian restaurants they have. And that’s the reason why it’s…
Have you ever wondered what the coldest country of the world is? Or which country has the longest winter? The past few years have seen winter temperatures in many places plummet to levels never seen before. In some of the coldest countries in the world, offices and schools have been shut and holidays declared on…
New York City, Paris, London, and Milano are the most prominent fashion capitals in the world known as the “Big Four,” but there are many others which are making a name for themselves on the international scene. All of these places host their own Fashion Week, and major fashion houses are flocking to these regions…
Cruises have always been extremely popular with vacationers, and as more travelers venture out into the high seas, cruise companies have also upped the ante with the facilities. Cruise ships today have become quite monstrous, with huge technological advancements and amenities to satiate the wanderlust. Some of the biggest cruise ships in the world belong…
With massive walls that often reach hundreds of feet high and hold in place trillions of gallons of water, dams are among the biggest, heaviest and most impressive structures made by human hands in the world. When Hoover Dam was finished in 1935 it was the tallest dam in the world. Since then, larger, taller and more…
The roller coaster is king in the amusement park industry, but these classic attractions get some tough competition from water slides during the hot summer months. They’re some of the most fun a person can have, whether you’re a child or an adult. But if you want to take the fun to a whole new…
There are 196 countries in the world today, according to eight accepted criteria used to determine whether a place is an independent country (also known as a State) or not. From the word “Country” some may think of a large area of land with lots of people residing, but some of the countries on earth are so small…
Corruption has been a part of human societies since the oldest of times. Nowadays it is still a major problem around the world but more countries are improving than worsening and the United States and the United Kingdom have reached their best rankings ever according to recent findings. Find out which countries scored the best in the…