To learn the history of a new destination, travelers should look no further than its most famous buildings. Of course, there are other ways to discover the local culture, which can be reflected in the ...

PARIS — When French organizers began conceptualizing the 2024 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony, one of their goals was to show the world — via an anticipated global television audience of over one ...

When you think of buildings that stand at a slant, the Leaning Tower of Pisa probably comes to mind first. But many other famous leaning buildings around the world attract visitors who cherish their ...

It was a brilliant idea, literally and figuratively. Awestruck residents admired it. Scientists praised it. Newspapers and magazines glorified it. The tower would come to symbolize the city. Paris and ...