Tag: “Us Historical Sights”

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  1. Adalaj Step-well

    Located in Adalaj Village, the Adalaj Step-well is 18km away from Ahmedabad City, and 6 km from Gandhinagar.

    The monument was built and put to use in 1499 A.D.

    It has wonderful convergence of Hindu, Islamic and Jainism forms of architecture in it. This five storried step-well once had been a busy place in terms of social gatherings, trade, religious activities etc.

    Today, it is very nicely maintained by Archeological Survey of India, nodal agency for conservation of historical places in India.

    One must take this place into Trip Plan maps, if coming down to India as a tourist.

  2. Marina at Vittoriosa, Malta

    Maltese boats berthed along side modern yachts at Vittoriosa marina on the small Mediterranean Island of Malta. The historical surroundings make a fascinating backdrop for yachts visiting the island.

  3. Hercules and Cacus, Florence, Italy

    The statue of Hercules and Cacus is located at the entrance of the Old Palace, next to Michelangelo’s David commissioned by the republican counsel of Florence to celebrate their victory over the Medici.

    The Medici commissioned the statue of Hercules and Cacus in 1525 – 1534, to celebrate their victory over the republicans. When it was viewed publicly it was ridiculed.

  4. Fire!

    A soldier in period costume fires a replica musket. The smell of gunpower and the original setting helps the immagination go back to the times of pirates and invaders.

  5. Palazzo Vecchio, Florence, Italy

    The clock and the tower of this 13th century palace are a reference point for many tourists who visit Florence.

    The palace was designed by Arnolfo di Cambio and built in the Quartieri Santa Croce, in Piazza della Signoria. Cosimo I de’ Medici resided there along with his family.

  6. Old State Pen

    Photo with short history of old state pen

  7. The City of Vittoriosa

    Vittoriosa truly stands victorious in the Grand Harbour of Malta. New investment to the area has put a new lease of life to this historical city.