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"The best-guarded ravens in the world are found at the Tower of London. Legend has it that if they leave, the kingdom will fall."
"Indeed, some of these crosses can still be seen today such as the Northampton cross and the Charing Cross in London, which takes its name from the original memorial."
"The temple is also significant in Freemasonry because it's believed to be the site of the first Grand Lodge of Freemasons."
"For a short period during the third century BCE, the harbor became the sight of the tallest and most ambitious statue."
"The Grand Avenue of sphinxes was the most important route that ran through the ancient Egyptian city of Luxor."
"Michigan's Pontiac Silverdome, once a field of dreams."
"The most notable aspect of Cahokia today are the 80 mounds of earth, some as high as 100 feet."
"One of the most mysterious landmarks in Germany is the Goseck Circle, a monument made out of earth, gravel, and wooden palisades."
"This Sky High Tower is said to be haunted by The Souls of those who fell..."
"Very few gardens can compare to the innovation of the fountains and basins of the Villa d'Este."
"Rome with impressive monuments like the ruins of the Coliseum."
"Athens is full of ancient monuments, temples, ruins, and churches."
"Neuschweinstein is one of the most popular castles in all of Europe."
"Dubrovnik and its old town with its higher walls and bastions."
"The tallest pyramid: If we take a look at the Magnificent Pyramids of Giza in their entirety it seems that the central pyramid of Khufu is by far the largest structure."
"The foundation is kind of screwed, and that's why it leans four degrees."
"What London landmark would you find enclosed inside the Elizabeth Tower? Big Ben."
"It's a very poorly kept secret that there's a hidden room behind Mount Rushmore in South Dakota."
"The sheer opulence of Siguria makes it a sight to behold."
"The palace was named Siguria, which meant Lion Rock, fitting as one of the most striking features of this city is the lion entrance."
"The Great Sphinx of Giza: one of the largest statues in the world."
"Few structures are as iconic as the ancient Egyptian Pyramids."
"Stonehenge is arguably the most mysterious Monument on Earth."
"These colossal arrows each about 50 feet long were strategically placed across the country acting as navigational aids for airmail Pilots."
"The Temples of Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, and Mortuary Temples in Medinet Habu."
"Dialogue 2: 'Look, that's the Great Pyramid.'"
"Black Star Square there that was built by Kwame Nkrumah and it's inspired by Marcus Garvey."
"I felt like I lost a piece of my childhood when the Colosseum got destroyed."
"It's almost as if the ancient Britons carved the white horse for some higher power to look down on from above."
"The Great Pyramid of Giza is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world."
"Seeing the sun's first rays hit the Acropolis was really something quite special."
"Starting us off at number 10 and probably the most obvious one is the pyramids."
"With this wide angle, you can see the whole Colosseum, and it looks incredible."
"Foreign, unquestionably one of the most recognizable ancient ruins on Earth."
"It still stands as one of the most impressive Inca ruins."
"Banteay Srei, a 10th-century temple, is renowned for its exquisite pink sandstone carvings."
"The Royal Palace of Caserta is truly a magnificent sight to behold."
"The Mysore Palace is a stunning example of indo-sarasonic architecture."
"The Alhambra Palace is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Spain."
"The Royal Palace of Brussels also holds great historical significance."
"The Grand Palace has served as a symbol of power for Thailand's ruling monarchy for centuries."
"The Royal Palace of Brussels is a fine example of Rococo architecture."
"The Forbidden City is the Palace of the former Chinese Imperial Dynasty."
"That would be the main entrance into the city from the 1500s to 1800s, right there."
"Nuremberg is filled with sights to see including the main square housing the Town Hall and Schöner Brunnen, an ornate fountain dating back to the 14th century."
"We'll see the honors of Scotland at Edinburgh Castle, Ellen donen Castle, and the mystical Isle of Skye."
"Most people come to Athens to go to a lot of the archaeological sites here in Athens, obviously the Acropolis and the Parthenon being one of them."
"Since its construction began in 1163, Notre Dame has been a place where people gather in turbulent times."
"We're excited to go see the monuments."
"Oh my God, oh my goodness, hello Parthenon, Acropolis, wow, wow!"
"We must definitely see both the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame."
"Philly is the home to many US firsts, including the first library, the first hospital, and medical school."
"The ancient seven wonders of the world may have been the world's very first true tourist destinations."
"Edinburgh is such a great place; she has to go to the castle, of course, which is amazing."
"The Avon, one of four rivers bearing the name in England, is also famous for offering some of the most spectacular views of Warwick Castle from a distance."
"The square is still home to an array of interesting landmarks."