Rising 324 metres above Paris, the Eiffel Tower was unveiled in 1889 as part of the World’s Fair celebrating 100 years since the Revolution. Though controversial at first for its unusual, industrial look — many Parisians felt it clashed with the city’s classic architecture and called it an eyesore — it quickly became the city’s defining symbol. Today, nearly 7 million visitors a year come for the views, to snap that classic photo, and to experience standing atop one of the world’s most unforgettable landmarks.

Avenue Habib Bourguiba, the grand central boulevard of Tunis, channels Parisian elegance with its tree-lined median, sidewalk cafés and historic facades. The thoroughfare, named after Tunisia’s first president, serves as a busy commercial hub and an open-air museum of 20th-century history, flanked by landmarks like the French Embassy and the neo-Byzantine Cathedral of St Vincent de Paul. Dominating the eastern end, the Tunis Clock Tower rises 38 metres above Place du 7 Novembre. Its gilded, lattice-patterned design blends modernist and traditional motifs, glowing amber after dark. Though functionally modest (locals joke about its reliability), the tower’s height and central roundabout position make it an unavoidable landmark. By day, the avenue thrums with shoppers and coffee drinkers; by evening, it becomes a stage for leisurely promenades. For visitors, it’s less about individual sights than the collective energy: the hum of conversation, the scent of orange blossoms, and the weight of history beneath your feet.

This temple is a must-see in Siem Reap. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing in the ruins of the temple make it one of the favourite tourist attractions. It was founded by the Khmer King Jayavarman VIIas as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery and university.

Thorncrown Chapel, located about an hour from downtown Bentonville near Eureka Springs, is a stunning architectural gem designed by E. Fay Jones. Rising 48 feet with 425 windows, the chapel blends seamlessly into its woodland setting, creating a serene space for reflection. Recognized globally for its design, it has earned accolades like the AIA 25 Year Award and a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. Its peaceful atmosphere and striking beauty make it a must-visit for tourists exploring the Ozarks.