Bonny Chu

World January 20, 2023

The Hagia Sophia: A landmark that was converted from a church to a mosque, to a museum, and then mosque again

The Hagia Sophia, originally built as a church in the sixth century, is an architectural site that reflects the various religious changes the Mediterranean region faced over the years.

World January 13, 2023

Taj Mahal: How a mausoleum in India became one of the world’s most famous landmarks

Originally built as a tomb to represent an emperor’s undying love for his late wife, India’s Taj Mahal quickly became one of the world’s most renowned landmarks. Here’s why.

US January 13, 2023

A look inside One World Trade Center, one of America’s most symbolic landmarks 

One World Trade Center, built to replace NYC’s fallen Twin Towers, is not only the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere but an important symbol of America’s rebirth after 9/11.