Sentences with phrase «stunning monument»

This stunning monument first opened in 1973 and its combination of water jets, lights and sound create an unforgettable display.

Today this event is commemorated by the stunning monument consisting of 35 steel tubes, based on the church organ concept placed on the mountain top making an eerie sound as the wind constantly whistles through it, in the midst of the wreckage of the plane reminding those present of the sad loss of life.

Within its pocket - sized territory, Bali manages to cram in a remarkable secular identity, stunning monuments and breathtaking scenery.

The Eternal City boasts countless works of art, iconic archaeological sites, baroque churches and stunning monuments, set against a backdrop of lush green gardens, irrigated by water from the River Tiber.

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«I am now proud to announce Anthony Goicolea's stunning design for this monument — selected for the way it complements the landscape and communicates a timeless message of inclusion.»

The stunning, centuries - old trees are more than agricultural champions, too; they are cultural monuments that are as vital to the «heel» region of Italy's «boot» as its conical - roofed stone trullo houses and its many castles.

In fact, the film starts off with one of the more moving images I have seen in American cinema in which during an unveiling of a statue celebrating America's peace and prosperity, a crowd is stunned to find a homeless man, our tramp, sleeping on the monument.

Trousdale and Wise staged and shot the production numbers with panache to match: that circular sweep around Belle when she sings «There must be more than this provincial life» in the Oscar - nominated curtain - raiser «Belle»; the indelible hilltop Sound of Music homage that is «Belle (Reprise)» (rendered all the more stunning by IMAX); the swinging camera moves in that showstopping musical monument of self - love, «Gaston»; the Busby Berkeley bustle of the also - nominated «Be Our Guest»; the eloquent simplicity of the Oscar - winning title number.

It is a monument to filmic efficiency and the power of moving pictures to convey complicated ideas, lasting exactly as long as it should before leaving you in stunned silence.

With its history deeply rooted in our nation's founding and a leading economic status, Richmond, VA, is an exciting place where the past, present, and future collide.Numerous monuments and museums recount compelling stories of the Civil War, while stunning architecture and gorgeous botanical gardens dress countless streets and landmarks.

Depart early to visit the Petrified Forest national monument, a stunning collection of fossilized tree trunks approximately 280 million years old.

The Riviera Maya, with its stunning, Caribbean beaches of white sand, its superb snorkelling and diving, and its wealth of Mayan monuments, is an idyllic place for a romantic holiday.

Thousands of miles of plains, mountains and glaciers, stunning canyons and natural monuments shaped by the wind, ancient cave paintings and glyphs can still be seen — as can modern cities complete with entertainment centres and shopping malls, built from scratch in the middle of the steppe.

These shifts can be explored by incorporating visits to some of the stunning historical monuments that dot the region while on your trip — serious history lovers sometimes plan their entire trips around attractions like Bagan, Angkor Wat, Borobudur and Wat Phu, among others.

Stunning scenery, ancient monuments, and the chance to immerse yourself in the beautiful Greek Islands... this guided tour of Greece with a 4 - night Greek cruise is a dream vacation!

Enjoy stunning views of the city from the top of this iconic monument accessible from mainland via an iron bridge designed by Gustave Eiffel, father of the Eiffel Tower.

Almost all guestrooms have balconies or terraces offering stunning views of Florence's iconic monuments.

Italy's fame is well deserved for there are few places that can compare in the number of ancient monuments, famous works of art, stunning architecture, and delicious cuisine.

The city is famous for its stunning restored historical monuments, its jagged mountains and wadis, and a long stretch of clear beaches lapped up by crystal waters of Gulf of Oman.

For all the obvious reasons: history, culture, language, wine and food, stunning natural beauty, monuments, beaches.

Day 5 Visit León, a city of stunning architecture and grand monuments, and a significant staging point on the Jacobean pilgrimage.

If you feel like a challenge, inside the huge structure, 287 steps provide access to the top of the monument offering stunning views across the Forth of Fife.

Come out with Wahine Charters and explore 14 miles of Kona's beautiful coastline on the way to snorkel at the Captain Cook monument in stunning Kealakekua Bay.

Bathed in stunning light and standing on the bank of the River Tagus, Lisbon entices you to stroll through its historic quarters, stop off at its viewpoints and be captivated by this capital's monuments!

Straddling clean, crisp design with «60s Baja boho - chic elements (such as the lobby's life - size whale sculpture crafted from driftwood), this 161 - room hotel on Monuments Beach offers unobstructed views of the Arch, a stunning rock formation on Cabo's southern tip.

The amazing capital city, Bratislava, is a real delight to discover; on a tour of Slovakia by rail or by river boat, you can arrive in the heart of the city of Bratislava and visit the beautiful Baroque palaces, the stunning cathedral and the amazing monuments which have made the city so popular.

Walk around Angkor Wat — The most stunning site if Cambodia, (and possibly Southeast Asia) Angkor Wat is a beautiful example of temples and monuments.

Crowned by a stunning UNESCO World Heritage royal palace, Mysuru's charm lies in its magnificent monuments, its buzzing bazaar and its wonderful culture.

Other must - see nearby sites include the Colossi of Memnon, two 66 foot high statuettes carved as funeral treasures for Amenophis III; and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning three - tier monument.

Explore the maze of colonial streets, Baroque, Colonial buildings, ancient monuments and modern development on the stunning Pacific coastline.

Stunning sunset and evening views of the Potomac River, monuments, and city.

Enjoy stunning views of America's iconic monuments while you cruise between Old Town Alexandria and Georgetown.

This much, especially the passion part, is demonstrated by «Josef Albers in Mexico,» a quietly stunning exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum that contrasts Albers's little - known photographs of the great Mesoamerican monuments of Mexico with his glowing abstract paintings.

von Cranach stacks the stunning round objects and forms them into tall cubic structures by wrapping them with fine thread so that they appear to be otherworldly, science fiction monuments

The final stretch of the trail offers a stunning palette of colours provided by the beech, oak and lime trees, and if you have the time to climb the monument, the views of autumn splendour are dazzling.