Amsterdam, the greatest planned city of northern Europe, has always been a well-known name in world history and played a central role in the history of the Netherlands. In the 17th century, Amsterdam was the center of the world economy, and today the city is known for its broadminded spirit.

The next time you layover in Amsterdam and you are short on money, here are a few ideas to sidetrack a slam clicking experience. Continue reading the full article...

 

 

The Eiffel Tower was built in 1887 as the entrance arch to the Exposition Universelle, the World's Fair. The engineer, Gustave Eiffel, prepared its unique design to enable it to take the high wind velocity at the height of 324 meters even if it allows for a sway of 2-3 inches in high wind. The 'eyesore' for the Parisians at the time of its construction is now a monument linked to many historical events and structure that represents France, and more particularly Paris, all over the world.  Continue reading the full article...

 

Romantic under the moonlit sky, glistening under the sun, and ethereal under the dark moonless sky, the Taj Mahal inspires awe. Located in Agra, India, it is one of the most famous symbols of love. 
 
Shah Jahan, the fourth Mogul emperor of India, commissioned the Taj Mahal, as a mausoleum for his favorite wife Mumtaj Mahal or, Arjumand Bano Begum. It took almost twenty-five years to build. The construction began in 1631 and ended in 1654. Behind it was the labor of 22,000 people, including with some best-known architects, masons, artisans, in-layers and more. Continue reading the full article...