Originally built by Gustav Eiffel in 1889 as part of the World Exhibition, the Eiffel Tower, standing at 984 ft is the tallest building in Paris. As a tourist attraction, the Eiffel Tower has much to offer. It is the home to restaurants including the Jules Verne Restaurant and 58 Tour Eiffel as well as other shops.
Big Ben is one of London’s most famous landmarks and refers to not the clock tower itself but to the bell inside. Located near the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben is famed for its reliability as well as its accuracy in telling the time. The tower is not open to the general public for viewing. But according to AboutBritian.com, those with a special interest in the monument may arrange a visit through their local Member of Parliament.
Completed in the year AD 80, the Colosseum was originally known as the Flavian Amphitheater. The theater was built with several floors and with the capacity to hold up to 55,000 spectators. It was used by Roman emperors to entertain the crowds with free games. Popular entertainment often featured duals between gladiators or animals and gladiators. According to A View in Cities, the southern side of the Colosseum was destroyed in an earthquake in 847. To this day, the Colosseum is one of the most outstanding creations of the Roman Empire.
Known as one of England’s most stunning natural features, the White Cliffs of Dover according to White Cliffs Country, has been voted as Britain’s most admired stretch of coastline. Rising out of the English Channel, the Cliffs achieve their dazzling color from the white limestone that the rocks are composed off. The Cliffs have been graced by millions of visitors.
Located in Haukadalur, the Great Geysir also known as Stori-Geysir is one of the country’s most popular sights. It is described by Famous Wonders as a gushing hot spring that was formed as a result of earthquakes during the 13th century. It also goes on to state that the Geysir has the capacity to spout steam and hot water reaching approximately 60 to 80 meters in height. Nowadays, it is a rare to see the Geysir in action, however, The Strokkur, another geyser located just 100 meters away (although not as impressive in height), is said to erupt every five minutes.
