Tufa Hill
In the bustling heart of Reykjavik, in the Miðborg district, stands a work of art as simple as it is powerful, capable of capturing the attention of visitors and prompting deep reflection: the hill Þúfa. Created by the Icelandic artist Ólöf Nordal and completed in 2013, Þúfa represents a unique piece in the artistic and […]
Prague Metronome
The Prague Metronome, located in Letná Park, is one of the most iconic monuments in the city, representing not only a modern work of art but also a symbol of the history and political change of the Czech Republic. Installed in 1991, the metronome, designed by artist Vratislav Karel Novák, occupies the space where the […]
National Monument on Vítkov
The National Monument on Vítkov, located in the Žižkov district of Prague, is an imposing and rich in history symbol that reflects the turbulent political and social events of Czechoslovakia. Built between 1929 and 1933 according to the design of architect Jan Zázvorka, the monument was conceived to honor the Czechoslovak legionaries and the resistance […]
Lennon Wall
The John Lennon Wall in Prague, located in the Malá Strana area near the French embassy, is a vibrant emblem of freedom of expression and peaceful protest. This colorful and iconic wall began to come to life shortly after John Lennon’s assassination in 1980, becoming a symbol of resistance against the communist regime of Czechoslovakia. […]
Memorial of Jan Palach
The Jan Palach Memorial in Prague is a powerful symbol of resistance against oppression and a tribute to the courage of a young student who sacrificed his life to protest against the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia. His story is inseparably linked to the events of the Prague Spring of 1968, when a brief period of […]
Astronomical Clock
The famous Astronomical Clock of Prague, locally known as the Orloj, represents not only a masterpiece of medieval engineering, but also a monument rich in history and cultural, political, and social symbolism. Located on the facade of the Old Town Hall in Prague, this extraordinary clock is one of the oldest and most complex astronomical […]
Westergasfabriek
The Westergasfabriek, located in the Westerpark district of Amsterdam, is an emblematic example of urban transformation and sustainable redevelopment. Originally built in 1885, the Westergasfabriek was designed by architect Isaac Gosschalk for the production of gas from coal, a key element for street and domestic lighting in Amsterdam until the mid-20th century. The industrial complex, […]
Beurs van Berlage
The Beurs van Berlage, located in the heart of Amsterdam, is one of the city’s most emblematic and significant buildings. Designed by architect Hendrik Petrus Berlage and inaugurated in 1903, the Beurs van Berlage represents a masterpiece of Dutch architecture, symbolizing a new era of modernity and functionality. Originally conceived as a stock exchange, the […]
Sloten Windmill
The Molen van Sloten, also known as the Sloten Windmill, is one of the few functioning windmills in Amsterdam open to the public every day. Located on the outskirts of the city, near Schiphol Airport, this windmill is a fascinating testament to Dutch history and engineering. Originally built in 1847, the Sloten Windmill plays a […]
De Gooyer windmill
The De Gooyer windmill, located between Funenkade and Zeeburgerstraat in Amsterdam, is one of the city’s most iconic historical buildings. Standing at 26.6 meters tall, it is the tallest wooden windmill in the Netherlands and a symbol of Dutch architecture and tradition. The history of the De Gooyer windmill is fascinating and complex. Its origins […]
