Famous Landmarks - Facts for Kids

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The Himalayan tahr, a type of wild goat that lives near Mount Everest, can climb steep mountain slopes up to around 16,000 feet high.

The Hagia Sophia has witnessed the rise and fall of two major empires — the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires — making it a survivor of huge historical changes!

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The Statue of Liberty stands proudly on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, welcoming visitors to New York City and the United States of America!

Big Ben’s clock tower took 13 years to build, from 1843 to 1856, but the clock itself didn’t start working until 1859!

Mount Ararat’s base spans about 25 miles (40 kilometers) in diameter — imagine running around it would be like running a marathon!