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The Bank of China Tower (BOC Tower) is a prominent skyscraper located at 1 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong Island. Serving as the headquarters of Bank of China (Hong Kong), it is one of the city’s most iconic buildings, renowned for its unique triangular framework and glass curtain wall design.Designed by Chinese-American architect I. M. Pei and L. C. Pei of I. M. Pei and Partners, the tower stands 315 meters (1,033.5 feet) tall, with a total height of 367.4 meters (1,205.4 feet) including its spire. At the time of its completion in 1990, it was the tallest building in Hong Kong and Asia, as well as the first skyscraper outside the United States to exceed 305 meters (1,000 feet). It held this title until 1992, when it was surpassed by Central Plaza.Construction began on 18 April 1985 on the site of the former Murray House and was completed in 1990 after five years of development. The building’s steel-column design provides structural support, and it is accessible from Central MTR station. A small observation deck on the 43rd floor, once open to the public, is now closed.The Bank of China Tower’s distinctive design, supported by four steel columns at its corners, utilizes triangular frameworks to transfer the building’s weight onto these columns. The glass curtain walls further define its aesthetic. Structural engineering was provided by Leslie E. Robertson, known for his work on the original World Trade Center, with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work done by Jaros, Baum & Bolles.Though now an unmistakable part of Hong Kong’s skyline, the building faced controversy during its planning stages. Unlike most major Hong Kong buildings, it did not consult feng shui masters, which led to criticism from some practitioners. Its sharp edges and 'X' shapes, perceived as negative symbols, prompted modifications before construction. The building’s silhouette, resembling a meat cleaver, earned it the nickname 'vertical knife' in Cantonese.

The Montreal Casino (French: Casino de Montréal), located on Notre Dame Island in Montreal, Quebec, is the largest casino in Canada. It opened on October 9, 1993, and operates seven days a week, from morning until late night. The casino is housed in two former Expo 67 pavilions within Jean-Drapeau Park on Notre Dame Island—a man-made island in the St. Lawrence River created for the 1967 World’s Fair. It shares the island with the Gilles Villeneuve racing circuit, the Olympic Basin, and an artificial lake with a small beach.Owned and operated by the Société des casinos du Québec (a subsidiary of Loto-Québec), the casino’s profits support the Government of Quebec. By 2019, it employed around 2,800 people. Visitors can access the casino via the De la Concorde bridge from Cité du Havre or by taking public transit to Jean Drapeau Metro station on nearby Saint Helen’s Island and then boarding a connecting bus.Founded in 1992 with a $95 million investment, the Montreal Casino was the first of several casinos established by the Société des casinos du Québec. It replaced the Palais des civilisations, formerly the Quebec Pavilion during Expo 67, and annexed the nearby France Pavilion via a bridge. Upon opening, the casino attracted thousands of visitors and reached 780,000 guests in its first year, initially employing 700 people.The casino underwent significant changes over the years: it expanded in 1993, became a 24-hour facility in 1997, and adopted a non-smoking policy in 2003. A major renovation in 2013 included the addition of a digital wall spanning three floors, created with Moment Factory. In 2014, the casino introduced 'The Zone,' a new interactive gaming area. Following the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the casino adjusted its hours, closing at 3 AM on weekdays and 5 AM on weekends. In 2021, its fine-dining restaurant, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon, closed permanently.

The Pointe-à-Callière Museum (French: Musée Pointe-à-Callière) is an archaeology and history museum located in Old Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It was founded in 1992 as part of Montreal’s 350th-anniversary celebrations. The museum showcases artifacts from First Nations groups in the Montreal region, highlighting cultural interactions over time, along with the influence of French and British empires on the region’s history. Since 1924, Pointe-à-Callière has been designated as part of Montreal’s Birthplace National Historic Site.The museum attracts over 350,000 visitors annually and has welcomed around 4.5 million visitors since opening. It has earned over fifty national and international awards for its work in museography, architecture, and community activities. Pointe-à-Callière is affiliated with the Canadian Museums Association, the Canadian Heritage Information Network, and the Virtual Museum of Canada.The museum complex includes multiple archaeological sites: Pointe-à-Callière, Place Royale, 214 Place d'Youville, and Montreal’s first Catholic cemetery, among others. Notable structures include the former Youville Pumping Station, Mariners House, and the William collector sewer, while its archaeological collections feature over a million artifacts. The main museum building stands where the Royal Insurance Building once was, which served as Montreal’s second Customs House from 1871 to 1917.The Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Archaeology and History Complex, opened in 1992. Original plans included showcasing the William collector sewer and remains of St. Anne's Market and the Parliament of the United Province of Canada. Recently unearthed artifacts include remnants of Fort Ville-Marie and Governor Louis-Hector de Callière’s residence. Future expansions are set to reveal the Little Saint-Pierre River, channeled through the William sewer, and remains of St. Anne's Market, former home to Canada’s Parliament from 1844 to 1849. New exhibition spaces on McGill Street will also host international exhibits on ancient civilizations.In 1996, the museum launched its first traveling exhibition, 'Water In, Waste Out,' presented at the Musée de la civilisation (Quebec City) and Musée et sites archéologiques Saint-Romain-en-Gal (France). Since then, exhibits such as '1690: The Siege of Québec... The Story of a Sunken Ship' have toured within Quebec and internationally, along with 'France / New France: Birth of a French People in North America'. The museum also includes an exhibit on Montreal’s underground networks as part of the Quartier international de Montréal’s cultural route.

The Coronach District Museum, established in 1987, showcases the history of the Coronach area from 1900 to the present day. Originally located in the home of Allan and Allace Black, the museum began with an antique collection purchased by the RM of Hart Butte and the Town of Coronach in 1986. Due to space limitations, the collection was moved to its current location, the former Coronach Union Hospital, which was built using part of a hangar from the Mossbank Air Force Base.The museum's artifacts include items from the original Black collection, along with many pieces donated by local residents, now surpassing the original holdings. The building, once the town's hospital until the new Health Centre was constructed in 1992, also features an east wing added after the hospital’s opening in 1949. Visitors can explore a wide array of exhibits that reflect the settlement and development of the Coronach district. The museum also hosts a screening of the documentary 'Coal in Coronach', written and produced by Kristen Catherwood for Heritage Saskatchewan.

Green Lake, located in Saskatchewan, Canada, is a northern village predominantly inhabited by Métis people. Situated northeast of Meadow Lake and northwest of Big River, it lies in the southern boreal forest and is named after the nearby Green Lake. Key industries in the area include fishing, tourism, and farming.The Northern Village of Green Lake has historical roots dating back to 1782 when the North West Company (NWC) established a wintering post there. In 1793, the NWC set up a permanent post, which was followed by the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) in 1810. The NWC seized the HBC post in 1816-1817 but a new HBC post was re-established by 1818, and the two companies merged in 1821. The Green Lake post was a significant hub in north-central Saskatchewan, connecting overland trails with the Churchill River. It remained operational until 1973.By the mid-19th century, Roman Catholic missionaries had established a church in Green Lake. Treaty 6 was signed in 1876, leading to settlement in the area and providing natives the choice to join Treaty 6 or take scrip. During the North-West Rebellion, the HBC store in Green Lake was ransacked by Cree from Frog Lake.In 1900, Green Lake saw the establishment of a telegraph service, a post office, and a trail to Meadow Lake. By 1939, the Green Lake Metis Rehabilitation Program was introduced, leading to the relocation of southern Métis to the area. Government projects included Central Farm and a sawmill, which employed many locals. Saskatchewan Highway 155 was established in 1947, connecting Green Lake to Beauval, with further infrastructure developments including a hospital and RCMP detachment.Green Lake was incorporated as a northern village in 1983. The community-owned sawmill, Green Lake Metis Wood Products Limited, operated between 1992 and 2003. The provincial government transferred Central Farm and Silver Lake Farm to the Northern Village of Green Lake in 1996 and 2006, respectively. These farms are used as community pastures.In 1782, the North West Company established Green Lake House on the lake's southwest shore. It faced numerous challenges, including attacks and rebuilding efforts, until the Hudson's Bay Company took over operations in 1821. The store was closed in 1973.During the North-West Rebellion in 1885, the HBC post in Green Lake was looted by Cree from Loon Lake. James Sinclair, the factor of the post, managed to escape and rejoin his men while the post’s goods were pillaged.As of the 2021 Census, Green Lake had a population of 411 residing in 168 of its 220 private dwellings, marking a 4.2% decrease from 2016. The village covers an area of 121.18 km² (46.79 sq mi) with a population density of 3.4/km² (8.8/sq mi).

The Mennonite Heritage Village, established in 1992, was created to recreate a historical Mennonite village, reflecting the lifestyle of early settlers in the Swift Current area. It also aims to foster an appreciation for the significant contributions made by Mennonite immigrants to Canada.To achieve this goal, the Village offers educational and recreational programs while preserving, restoring, and maintaining authentic artifacts from the 1880s to the 1920s. As a Living Museum, the site adheres to the standards set by the Museums Association of Saskatchewan. The Village's house-barn is a prime example of typical village homes from that era, with its siding, shingles, windows, and shutters restored to their original condition. Donations and fundraising efforts have funded the relocation and restoration of these structures.The house on the Mennonite Heritage Village site was originally located in Rhineland, just south of Swift Current. Built in 1915, it was moved to Swift Current in 1992. In the early days, Mennonites and other settlers often erected homes and barns in a single day through house-raising or barn-raising bees. These structures were built following common blueprints brought by settlers from Europe and Russia.Built by the Gouldtown homesteaders in 1914, the Sommerfeld Mennonite Church has been restored thanks to donations and volunteer support. This church is a fine example of traditional Mennonite architecture, similar to the early Mennonite churches built in Europe as far back as the 16th century. The church’s interior and exterior embody the simplicity valued by the Mennonite people, contributing to their longevity.The Homesteader Gardens at the Mennonite Heritage Village are a popular attraction, drawing many visitors each summer. These vintage gardens feature a variety of plants and flowers, some native to the area and others grown from seeds brought over from Europe and Russia, including lilies, bachelor buttons, roses, and hollyhocks. The gardens offer a spectacular display of blooms from spring through fall.

The Humboldt station, located in Humboldt, Saskatchewan, is a historic former railway station built by the Canadian Northern Railway along the Winnipeg to Edmonton mainline. This 1½-story, wood-frame structure was completed in 1905. The last CNR passenger trains, numbered 9 and 10, ceased service at the station in 1963, with service briefly restored in 1978. In 1980, the station was served by Via Rail's rail liner. The building was officially designated as a historic railway station in 1992.

Odusan Unification Observatory is located at the northernmost part of the western front, where the Han River, which flows to Seoul, meets the Imjingang River from the north. This site, established in 1992, serves as a significant security tourist attraction in Paju. It was created to comfort displaced families longing for their hometowns and to educate those who did not experience the Korean War about the history of the division and North Korean culture. The observatory is situated just 2 km from North Korea, with the Imjingang River in front. Upon entering the hilltop site, visitors encounter the statue of Cho Man-sik, an independence fighter, the Unification Wish Drum, which can be struck on special occasions such as holidays and National Liberation Day, and Mangbaedan, where rituals are held to soothe the sorrows of displaced people. On the 1st floor, various exhibitions are hosted, providing education on the history and future of the North-South division. The theater on the 2nd floor screens films related to North Korea, offering insights into the lives of its residents, political ideologies, culture, and arts. The exhibition hall displays around 4,000 drawings of North Korea, painted by displaced people. The outdoor observatory allows visitors to view the North through telescopes. The 3rd and 4th floors feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows, offering panoramic views of the Imjingang River, extensive plains, and green mountains. Videos about the topography, soldiers, and residents of North Korea can be viewed on the 3rd floor, while the 4th floor includes an observation lounge and a café where visitors can enjoy snacks and tea.

The opening of a grand temple dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Ram is set to take place in Ayodhya, India, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the inauguration ceremony. The temple's construction has been a 35-year-old promise of Modi's Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a contentious political issue and symbolizing Hindu resurgence after centuries of perceived subjugation. The temple site was historically disputed between Hindus and Muslims, resulting in violence when a Hindu mob destroyed a mosque in 1992. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Hindus in 2019, allocating the land for the temple and a separate plot for Muslims. The inauguration is seen as a significant religious and political event, with Modi framing it as a historic moment and urging people to celebrate. The temple, funded by donations, is in its first phase, with the completion of the second phase expected by December 2025. The event has triggered an emotional response among Hindus, but opposition parties have declined invitations, viewing it as a political event. Muslim groups, though initially unhappy with the court verdict, now express acceptance, emphasizing the ongoing construction of a mosque nearby.

Schloss Johannisberg, situated in the village of Johannisberg in the Rheingau wine-growing region of Hesse, Germany, functions as both a castle and a winery. With a winemaking legacy spanning over 900 years, it's renowned for its association with the inception of late harvest wines. The palace also serves as a venue for the Rheingau Musik Festival, made accessible by co-founder Tatiana von Metternich-Winneburg.Historical Timeline Schloss JohannisbergThe locale, linked to winemaking since the Middle Ages, saw vineyards under Louis the Pious yielding wine around Charlemagne's era. In 1100, Benedictine monks erected a monastery on Bischofsberg ('Bishop's mountain'), recognizing it as prime vine-growing terrain. Thirty years later, a Romanesque basilica in honor of John the Baptist emerged, christening the hill Johannisberg. Ravaged during the German Peasants' War in 1525, the monastery faced destruction. In 1716, Konstantin von Buttlar, Prince-Abbot of Fulda, acquired the estate, kickstarting the baroque palace's construction and planting Riesling vines by 1720, establishing the world's oldest Riesling vineyard. Ownership changed hands during the Napoleonic Wars until Francis II, Holy Roman Emperor, granted it to the Austrian statesman Prince von Metternich in 1816. During World War II, the castle suffered bombings, reducing it to ruins, later restored by Paul Alfons von Metternich-Winneburg and Princess Tatiana post-war. After Prince Paul's passing in 1992, and with no heir, the Metternich lineage ended. The estate was sold to the Oetker family in 1974 due to financial constraints. Presently, the vineyard spans approximately 35 hectares (86 acres).Late Harvest Wines - Schloss JohannisbergLegend has it that a delay in grape harvest, due to a messenger's late arrival with permission from Heinrich von Bibra, led to the grapes developing 'noble rot' Botrytis cinerea. This fortuitous delay resulted in high-quality wine production. In 1775, Schloss Johannisberg produced the first Spätlese Riesling, followed by an Auslese wine in 1787 and an Eiswein in 1858, marking significant milestones in winemaking. The estate historically used various color seals to categorize grape ripeness, serving as the basis for Germany's new wine classification in 1971. Schloss Johannisberg stands as a single vineyard designation (Einzellage), exempt from displaying a village name on labels, using Schloß Johannisberger as its vineyard designation. Moreover, Weingut Schloss Johannisberg is a member of the Verband Deutscher Prädikatsweingüter (VDP).

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