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In 1985, the Australian government returned ownership of Uluru to its traditional Aboriginal owners — a very important moment in history!

Modern Day & Visitor Information

Big Ben underwent a major restoration from 2017 to 2022, the largest repair project in its entire history!

Ancient builders used copper chisels (sharp tools), stone hammers, and wooden mallets (hammers) to carve the Great Sphinx from the limestone rock!

History & Origins

Scientists believe Uluru’s unique shape was formed underwater millions of years ago, when Australia’s center was actually an ocean!

The Hall of the Ambassadors (Salón de los Embajadores) in the Alhambra Palace was designed to make the sultan appear as though he were seated upon a throne floating in a sea of light.