Seen and unseen
- POSTED ON: 8 Jun, 2024
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- POSTED BY: Bhavya Venkatesh
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Take a glimpse at some of the world’s most famous landmarks from unusual angles that go beyond the postcard. In each image, move the slider from right to left to reveal the angle that we are all probably used to seeing.
Towering jewel
The Eiffel Tower is an iconic part of the skyline of Paris, France. A walk underneath the structure gives you a glimpse of some of the 18,000 iron pieces that went into building it.
Beacon of dreams
The iconic Hollywood sign located in the Santa Monica Mountains, the U.S., represents ambition and stardom. When seen from behind, the 45-feet-tall letters overlook the gleaming city of Los Angeles.
Tall and tilted
The Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy is one of the world’s most famous towers. Did you know that you can climb the stairs and go all the way to the top? This is a photograph from one of its balconies.
Symbol of welcome
With flowing robes, crown and torch, the Statue of Liberty in New York City, the U.S., is an enduring symbol of freedom. This aerial view shows Lady Liberty on her pedestal in Liberty Island against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline.
Mighty rampart
The Great Wall of China is the longest man-made structure ever built. The sight of the serpetine wall stretching over mountains is a familiar one, but did you know that the structure meets the sea? The location where the wall meets the Bohai Sea is nicknamed ‘Old Dragon’s Head’.
Timeless beauty
The front view is what you are likely to see when you visit the splendid Taj Mahal, but this view from the nearby Agra Fort is possibly what Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan got when he spent his last days imprisoned there.
Keepers of secrets
The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt are steeped in history, but one hardly imagines a sight where modern buildings meets the ancient structures. From this angle, the Giza Plateau overlooks the sprawling city.
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