Most probably, the temple stood as not only a monument of worship to Poseidon, but a request for safe passage, as the surrounding area was primarily used as a major port for those entering and exiting Greece.
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Famed for her uncanny ability to peer into the future, an audience with the oracle was only granted to successful consultants (literally, "those who sought counsel") and followed a specific four-stage process, common among shamanic journeys.
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Historically, classical Athens was a powerful city-state regarded for its ability to educate students on the matters of Art, Learning and Philosophy. The city had also, more famously, become home to Plato's Academy and Aristotle's Lyceum.
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Perhaps the most iconic landmark of Ancient Greece, the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, is a giant citadel which is believed to have been inhabited since the fourth millennium BC (between 4000-3001 BC).
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It is estimated that 3,000 Euros are thrown into the fountain each day, with a total estimated $1.5 million USD collected in 2016.
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Neighbourhoods, shopping malls, legal offices, government buildings, a direct route to the Colosseum, and affluent housing atop a nearby hill make this ancient landmark an invaluable resource for understanding that, "nothing really changes, we only think it does."
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"Bread and games," as Cesar would say, "give them bread and games... and we will control them all."
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St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City sits atop the sight where St. Peter, aka Simon, was (allegedly) crucified upside down until death for being a follower of Jesus.
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If all that didn't seem like enough already, while not studying, looking after first-years, or making entertaining (mostly) daily YouTube videos, Arvil likes to supplement his active leisure time by practicing yoga and undergoing lessons in the Filipino Martial Art of Arnis!
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Unquestionably, one of the most astounding exhibits one could ever hope to visit, the Vatican Museums in Vatican City host some of the most unique paraphernalia extending across three of the greatest nations during the height of the Roman Empire: Rome (obviously), Greece and Egypt.
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According to historical record, in the late 13th Century, the temple was so impressive that the emissary of Temür Khan wrote about it in his journals as being, "a Tower of Bronze," that was, "a truly astonishing spectacle."
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As you might have guessed, Ta Prohm was made famous in pop-culture by being featured in 2001's blockbuster epic, “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider”. More recently, the temple was also featured in 2017's "Kingsman: The Golden Circle".
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When translated more contemporarily, the name Angkor Thom means "Great City"; which is quite fitting, given the myriad of temples and monumnets present at the site.
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Unquestionably, the most iconic attraction to behold in the country of Cambodia, even making its appearance on the Cambodian National Flag...
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Each morning in the Siem Reap province of Cambodia, hundreds gather around the shores of Angkor Wat in hopes of witnessing one of the most astounding sunrises cascading across the ancient temple grounds.
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Arguably one of the most well-maintained ancient wonders positioned high atop the mountainous region of Cusco, Peru; Machu Picchu sits at an astounding 2,430 meters above sea level.
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Relinquishing divinity at Goðafoss.
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The presumed technological-capital of the world, Tokyo presents with it an exceptionally interesting appeal; merging both innovation and tradition. Amidst the clean streets and circuit-part vendors, one will undoubtedly be taken aback by the overwhelming number of cosplayers and Japanime caricatures strewn about the city. The only troubling part, however, being a predominantly English speaker, is found in trying to navigate through transit; as one can quickly become set-off-course by the indistinguishable kanji and lack of Western alphabet anywhere to be found in Tokyo's convoluted transit way.
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