ANGKOR WAT SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA

The majestic structure is Cambodia's most beloved and best-preserved temple. The 500-
acre site is one of the largest religious monuments in the world and represents the architectural
pinnacle of the Khmer Empire. It has remained a place of worship since its founding in the 12th
century.

MACHU PICCHU MACHU PICCHI, PERU

Located 8,000 ft high in the Andes, Peru's famous lost city is one of the most famous and
spectacular ruins in the world. This UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most familiar
symbols of the Incan Empire, and is guaranteed to thrill even the most well-travelled
backpackers. Its sheer scale and audacity will require careful route planning.

TAJ MAHAL ANGRA, INDIA

Standing majestically on the banks of the River Yamuna, India's national treasure is a
symbol of love and romance. The Taj Mahals pure white marble, exquisite ornamentation and
precious gemstones make it one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the world.
However, once you find out the love story behind its construction its beauty is given a new light.
Its name was inspired by Mumtaz Mahal, Shah Jahans beloved wife who died during childbirth
of their 14th child, and the monument is a tomb that contains her body today.

SHEIKH ZAYED GRAND MOSQUE ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

 As well as the stunning courtyard, which features the largest marble mosaic in the world
at 180,000 square feet, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque boasts four 350-ft tall minarets, which
can be seen across the Abu Dhabi skyline and from each of the bridges joining Abu Dhabi to the
mainland. The impressive mosque is one of a few that is open to tourists in the region.

BASILICA OF THE SAGRADA FAMILIA BARCELONA, SPAIN

Despite being approximately 11 years away from completion, the magnificent Sagrada
Familia is one of the most visited sites in the world, considered to be the most visited monument
in all of Spain and Barcelonas most iconic landmark. Famous modernist architect Antoni Gaudi
began construction of the basilica in 1882 and devoted much of his life to it until his death in
1926. Its completion is expected in 2026, 100 years after the architect's death.

ST PETER'S BASILICA, VATICAN CITY, ITALY

 Italy's most spectacular cathedral is located within the Vatican and boasts many
masterpieces, including Michelangelos Piet, his soaring dome, and Bernini's 29m-high
baldachin over the papal altar. It remains one of the two largest churches in the world, and is
admired for its Renaissance sculpture as well as its fusion of Renaissance and Baroque
architecture. The design, construction and decoration of St Peter's involved more than five of the
greatest architects in Italy.

MILAN CATHEDRAL (DUOMO) MILAN, ITALY

An exceptionally large and elaborate Gothic cathedral found in the main square of Milan,
the Duomo di Milano is one of the most famous buildings in Europe. It is the largest Gothic
cathedral and the second largest Catholic cathedral in the world and its dazzling white facade is
definitely worth a photograph it took nearly six centuries to complete.

ALCATRAZ SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA

 Often referred to as The Rock, Alcatraz Island was home to a federal and military prison
until 1963. During the 29 years it was in use, the prison which is located offshore in the San
Francisco Bay and 1.5 miles from San Francisco, California was home to some of America's
most notorious prisoners. Today, the island and its lighthouse are open to visitors and are so
popular that there can be a several day wait for tickets.