Articles tagged “monuments”

Tourism

American war monuments too expensive to restore are left to decay

These historic monuments would not be so easily forgotten if they attracted tourism or made a profit, but communities are hesitant to fund expensive renovations with low expectations for a ROI.

Anita Hofschneider, Associated Press | 11 years ago

American war monuments too expensive to restore are left to decay

Tourism

Bolivia mining town takes on both Rio and New York City with giant statue of Virgin

The kitschy statue has put this small town on the map, but can the hype of the virgin and the accompanying carnival meet expectations?

Associated Press | 11 years ago

Bolivia mining town takes on both Rio and New York City with giant statue of Virgin

Tourism

Maya are banned from holding ceremonies at the temples their ancestors built

Tourists’ safety and structure stability are touted as reasons for the ceremonial bans, but the government is actually looking out for the needs of vendors around money-making tourist attractions.

Mark Stevenson , Associated Press | 11 years ago

Maya are banned from holding ceremonies at the temples their ancestors built

Tourism

A piece of the archeological site in Pompeii crumbles after days of heavy rain

Tourism is a mixed blessing for sites like this that rely on the revenue for conservation efforts, but also undergo heavy wear and tear from tours in addition to natural forces of deterioration.

Associated Press | 11 years ago

A piece of the archeological site in Pompeii crumbles after days of heavy rain

Tourism

Macedonia divided over monuments meant to restore cultural capital

The rapid construction of landmarks is hoped to restore the capital, but residents believe its rushed results are tacky and resources would have been better used improving city infrastructure.

Associated Press | 11 years ago

Macedonia divided over monuments meant to restore cultural capital

Tourism

Stonehenge is finally ready to step into the world of 21st century tourism

Stonehenge is on its way from looking like a glorified highway rest stop to a well cared for heritage site that finally puts the iconic structure into historical context.

Ian Vince, The Guardian | 12 years ago