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Smithers Airport (IATA: YYD, ICAO: CYYD) is located 2 nautical miles (3.7 km; 2.3 mi) north of Smithers, British Columbia, Canada. The airport's aviation history dates back to 1928 when a Yukon Airways and Exploration plane landed at Sproule's Ranch, marking the first airplane arrival in the area. In 1929, the Board of Trade purchased the Ed Hill Ranch and developed it into the Smithers Aviation Park, featuring a 1,200-foot (370 m) runway. The Department of National Defence provided financial assistance, and by 1933, the project was completed. However, due to size limitations, the airport was relocated to its current location in 1942. Initially designated as RCAF & D of T Aerodrome - Smithers, British Columbia, the airport was later transferred to civilian use after the war. The runway was extended to 5,000 ft (1,524 m) in 1955, and a new terminal was opened in 1970. Ownership of the airport was transferred to the town by the Department of Transport in 1999. Subsequent expansions included a runway extension to 7,544 ft (2,299 m) in 2008 to accommodate larger aircraft, such as the Boeing 737. In 2018, the airport began a four-phase terminal expansion project, with phase one increasing energy efficiency and providing a 150-passenger lounge. Future phases are planned to further increase building space. As of 2020, the runway data indicates a runway name of 15/33, a length of 7,544 feet (2,299 m), a width of 150 feet (46 m), and a hard-surfaced surface.

The Naval Museum in Varna traces its beginnings back to 1883 in the city of Russe, where the military fleet of the newly liberated Bulgarian Principality was created. The museum's early collections consisted mainly of models of armaments and technical appliances, as well as personal arms and belongings. In 1921, the decision was made to move the museum collection from Russe to Varna, and it was officially opened in May 1923 as the first public maritime museum in Bulgaria. The museum aimed to explore and present the development of Bulgarian navigation and promote the love for the sea. Olga Poluboyarinova served as a curator and security guard for many years. The museum's survival relied on public support and donations from the Bulgarian National Marine Agreement. In 1955, it became a branch of the Central Museum of the National Army and was renamed the Naval Museum. The museum houses collections of maritime weapons, uniforms, decorations, ship models, photographs, and more. It has also been involved in underwater archaeological research, particularly around Cape Kaliakra and Varna Bay. Over the years, the museum has received numerous visitors and recognition for its contributions, and it continues to be supported by the Varna sea guild and the Association 'National Maritime Museum.'

The house was owned by the Plovdiv merchant Georgi Mavridi. It was built in 1829-1830 by an unknown builder and is a representative of the Plovdiv symmetrical house. It has irregular outlines of the foundations due to the displacement of the terrain and the classical symmetry of the floors, enriched with numerous bay-windows, which give the building lightness and spaciousness. The parlors and the rooms on the two floors have wood-carved ceilings and are decorated with ornaments or landscape niches called 'alafranga' (meaning in a French manner). The most significant event in the history of the 19th century building is the visit of the French diplomat and future minister, Alphonse de Lamartine. On August 2nd ,1833, he visited Georgi Mavridi's home and on August 6th continued his travels to Sofia. The 90th anniversary of the visit of the great Frenchman was solemnly celebrated on May 6th, 1923. In the presence of the French Plenipotentiary Minister Georges Picot, the Minister of Education Stoyan Omarchevski, officials, alumni and many citizens, a memorial plate dedicated to the event was consecrated. Thus, along with the plate in memory of the famous Frenchman, the house of Georgi Mavridi was called the Lamartine House. The credit is to Gaston Sergerar, author of books on Bulgarian history, published in Paris, who for many years collected information about Lamartine, his trip through the Balkans and his stay in Plovdiv. This building is not the only one in which Lamartine has stayed on Bulgarian land. But it is the only one who has survived through fires, earthquakes and misunderstood modernization, in order to keep the memory of Lamartine, the first French diplomat, who officially declared that the Bulgarians were completely ready and worthy of their freedom. In the newer history of the house, the visits of Rene Fouquet, Mayor of Paris and Edouard Herriot, twice the Prime Minister of France (both visits were in 1933, when 100 years of Lamartin's visit in Plovdiv were celebrated) should also be mentioned. In 1989 the house was visited by the French President François Mitterrand. In 1960 a museum exhibition for Larmartine was opened in the house. For many years the house has been used as a creative home of the Union of Bulgarian Writers. The building was renovated in 1929, 1947 and 1953, fortified in 1955 and additionally restored in 1971 to 1975.

The factory Birra Korça was established in 1928 based on the project designed by an Italian architect and with the approval of King Zogu I. It was founded by Italian investor Umberto Umberti (Pieve di Soligo, Treviso Province) and Selim Mborja, with a capital of 950,000 gold francs. The brewery started construction in October 1928 and had a projected production capacity of 20,000 hl of beer per year. It also produced other beverages such as 'Crystal' water and ice. The German technological engineer Hebard Geraldine established the beer production process, which is still in use today. In 1946, after the Second World War and the establishment of communist rule, the factory was nationalized. The production capacity varied over the years, with the highest output of 52,000 hl reached in 1960. The factory underwent several reconstructions in 1955, 1957, and 1965, leading to increased productivity.

Discovered by Leo Rey in 1932, its excavation was completed in 1978 and resulted in restoration work between 1984 and 1987 under the direction of G. Pani and L. Papajani. Its unique plan is undoubtedly related to its coverage by a roof. This coverage, the existence of a wall platform now gone, masonry wall scene and finally the stairs identifies it as an Odeon, that is to say a small covered theater. The capacity of the Odeon is estimated at 650 spectators. There is also a hypothesis (Ch. Picard, 1955) who sees in this building a small mystic theater linked to the cult of Dea Syria. This covered building was also used as a place for public meetings. One can also imagine that courses were held there since the visit of Emperor Octavian proves Apollonia was an important academic center.

The Grand Park of Tirana (Albanian: Parku i Madh i Tiranës), or the Park on the Artificial Lake, is a 289 hectare public park situated on the southern part of Tirana, Albania, and administered by the Agency of Parks and Recreation of the Municipality of Tirana. The Park includes an artificial lake and many other landmarks such as the Saint Procopius Church, the Presidential Palace, and memorials to several Albanian personalities. It remains one of the most relaxing places in the city, despite increasing buildings being developed near the park, an early-morning run or promenade is a daily routines for many citizens. To the southern end of the Park, there is the Zoo and the Botanical Garden. The latter includes many flowers and plants that are common to the Albanian environment. There are almost 120 species of trees, bushes and flowers. The Botanical Garden area is of 14.5 hectares and the lake's size is of 55 hectares, whereas the area of the Park itself is of 230 hectares. The Park was built between 1955 and 1956 based on a Bulgarian plan and used to be called the Gogo stable, in a green area. The Park starts at the southern end of the Dëshmorët e Kombit Boulevard, after the University of Tirana, south of the main Skanderbeg Square. It was formerly called 'Park of Saint Procopius' (Albanian: Parku i Shën Prokopit) from the Saint Procopius Church, which is located in the area. In the internal parts, there can be found the memorials of 45 British and Australian soldiers fallen during World War II, as well as a memorial of hundreds of German soldiers from the same war.

Jeju National University is a public university founded in 1952 in Jeju City, the provincial capital of Jeju, South Korea. In 2008 Cheju National University and the Jeju National University of Education merged into Jeju National University. The Naewat-dang shamanic paintings are preserved there. In 1952, Cheju Provincial Junior College was founded, and became a four-year college in 1955. It became Cheju National College in 1962, with faculties of law and science. The graduate school was established in 1979, and the college received university status in 1982.

The Venclauskiai Home is a subdivision of Šiauliai Andros Museum. The building was built in 1925-1927 as a residential house designed by one of the most famous architects of interwar modernism Karolis Reisonas (1894-1981). The house belonged to the family Stanislava (1874-1958) and Kazimieras (1880-1940) Venclauskiai, famous figures of Lithuanian national movement and Lithuania state-building, prominent public and cultural figures, guardians to numerous abandoned children and orphans, rescuers of Jews. The Venclauskiai lived in the house until 1944. During World War II, the building housed the security structures of occupation regimes. In 1955, the house was assigned to Šiauliai Andros Museum, in 1959, the first post-war museum exposition was equipped, in 1986, the first art exhibition in the history of the museum was opened. In 1991, the children of the Venclauskiai gave their parents' home as a gift to the city of Šiauliai, provided that the museum continuously operated in the building. In 1992, the building was officially named The Venclauskiai Home and included into the List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of the Republic of Lithuania (unique code 2255). In 1993, in the honor of theVenclauskiai family, the sculpture Motinyste (Maternity) was unveiled on the terrace of the house (sculptor Antanas Šnaras). In 2005, the monument was built to commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of the Burgmaster of Šiauliai, lawyer Kazimieras Vanclauskis (sculptor Gintautas Lukosaitis). The garden is decorated with sculptures made by the famous folk sculptor Antanas Rapdp,os (1871-1939). In 2019, the Venclauskiai Home was restored, establishing a Multifunctional Educational Centre of History and Culture. It houses the exposition of the history of Šiauliai city of the first half of the 20th century, exhibitions, events, educational activities are arranged, and Naslaiciu sodas (Orphans' Garden) is open to visitors. The museum is equipped for visitors with physical disabilities. The restoredVenclauskiai Home is one of the most representative buildings of the interwar modernist architecture in Šiauliai.

Gamcheon Culture Village (Korean: 감천문화마을) is a town within Gamcheon-dong, Saha District, Busan, South Korea. The area is known for its layered streets, twisted labyrinth-like alleys, and brightly painted houses, which have been restored and enhanced in recent years to attract tourism. Built on a steep mountain-side slope, the village has been nicknamed 'Korea's Santorini' and the 'Machu Picchu of Busan'. Gamcheon Village was built during the 1920s and 30s when the Busan city administration decided to relocate its poor Korean population into an area secluded from the port, yet close enough to provide labor. In the midst of post-war recovery in 1955, around 800 families moved to the village, contributing to the growth of an ascetic religious community known as Taegeukdo, a branch of Jeungsanism. In 2009, the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism carried out a public art-themed renovation effort to convert the village to a cultural hub. It called for art students, professional artists, and residents to maintain, repair, and 'decorate' the village with art. The renovation efforts reached their peak with the success of the 'Empty House Residency Preservation Project.' With improvements to infrastructure, fresh paint and other home improvements, the establishment of spaces for retail and museums, and the addition of several dozens of art installations, the village has been reborn as Busan's most colorful and artistic spot. Some examples of the colorful art installations include bird sculptures, Murakami-like playful installations, scenes from the Little Prince, and painted schools of fish that guide bearings through the alleyways. The village saw approximately 1.4 million visitors in 2015. Village residents have met this influx of traffic with mixed attitudes.

This statue was unveiled in December 1955 in memory of Chungmugong Admiral Yi Sun-shin (1545~1598), who is revered for having saved the country from invasion by the Japanese Navy in 1592. When the Japanese invasion of Korea took place in 1592, Admiral Yi rescued the nation from certain defeat by decimating the Japanese fleet that attacked the southern coastal areas. He was an accomplished writer, leaving behind for prosperity his personal diary, the Nanjung il-hi, as well as the poem Si-jo, which is particularly beautiful, in September 1980, Busan City appointed October 5th as Busan Citizens' Day, since that was the day that Admiral Yi's ships prevailed over the invading Japanese fleet in 1592, Yi Sun-shin's loyalty and service to his nation are celebrated on that day.

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