Yuanmingyuan is a place steeped in myth. It was allegedly the most wonderous and luxurious imperial garden in Chinese history, with exotic animals wandering the park and rare flowers everywhere, dotted with gold sculptures and stones, with buildings that were built entirely of jade. However, the park was destroyed in 1860 by foreign intruders and local rebellions. Now all that's left is essentially a ruin, but still a beautiful one. There was little first-hand record of this garden and the only image remaining is a painting.

This golf club, designed by Robert Van Hagge and opened in 1994, offers 18 holes and is ranked by Golf Digest as one of Mexico's best courses. Marina Ixtapa Golf Club features all necessary facilities, such as a club house, two tennis courts, lockers, a restaurant, bar and a swimming pool.

St Peter's Church in Riga is known for its tall tower, which offers stunning views of the city, including the red roofs of Old Town, the modern part of Riga, Riga Bay, and the Daugava River with its large port. The church itself was originally built in 1209, but only a few walls and pillars remain from that time. The Gothic tower, which was over 130 meters tall, was completed in the late 15th century. However, it collapsed in 1666 and was rebuilt in the Baroque style in 1690–at the time, it was the tallest wooden structure in the world. In 1721, the tower was struck by lightning and burned down. It was later restored, but once again it burned down during World War II. Renovation of the tower began in 1967, and today, it stands at a height of 123.25 meters. Visitors can access the second gallery, which is 72 meters above the ground. In 1997, St Peter's Church was added to UNESCO's World Heritage list.

Explore North Lake Tahoe at your own pace with a snowshoeing adventure. For a guided experience, join a group or private snowshoe tour with Alpenglow Expeditions at Palisades Tahoe. Professional guides will lead you along the popular Shirley Canyon trail, sharing their knowledge of the area's natural beauty and winter ecology. Alternatively, rent snowshoeing equipment from Tahoe Dave's in Olympic Valley or Tahoe City and embark on a self-guided exploration. Remember to stay on designated trails and dress warmly.