Jul 18, 2023
In Niles, Illinois, you can find a half-sized replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy. Built in 1934, this replica was originally constructed to conceal a water tower that supplied water to nearby pools.
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A Bangladeshi filmmaker desired to make the renowned Taj Mahal accessible to everyone. Thus, a replica was created in Dhaka in 2008. Interestingly, there are six other Taj Mahal clones located in various parts of the world!
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In Odaiba, Japan, stands a scaled-down replica of the Statue of Liberty from New York. This smaller version, only 1/7th the size of the original, was initially a temporary exhibit commemorating the Japan-France relationship.
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Medan, Indonesia, not only replicates the famous half-lion, half-fish symbol of Singapore, known as the Merlion, but it also recreates other Singaporean landmarks such as the Fountain of Wealth and the arches of the Fullerton Hotel.
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In Nashville, Tennessee's Centennial Park, you can find a full-scale replica of the Parthenon, originally located in Athens, Greece. Designed by architect William Crawford Smith, this replica was completed in 1897.
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Brazil's Christ the Redeemer captivates as a New Wonder of the World. Inspired, Lisbon's Cardinal Patriarch crafted a similar masterpiece in Almada, Portugal. From Angola to Switzerland, countries boast replicas, each echoing its captivating presence.
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China outshines all nations in replicating monuments, including the awe-inspiring Mount Rushmore from South Dakota. Chongqing proudly houses this replica, paying homage to US aid in defeating Japan. Notable replicas in China include Tower Bridge, Great Sphinx and many more.
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The Eiffel Tower, replicated in Japan, Australia, Pakistan, Greece, Panama, Germany, Czech Republic, Morocco, Denmark, Israel, and the United States, holds the record for the most duplicated landmark globally. Explore this iconic tower worldwide without visiting France!
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Replicating landmarks is impressive, but recreating an entire town? That takes dedication! Hallstatt, a charming 16th-century village in the Austrian Alps, has been faithfully replicated in Luoyang, China. A true testament to the original's allure.
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A replica of Sydney Harbour Bridge stands along Hume Highway, just 19 miles from the original. Originally showcased at a rugby final in 1987, the small-scale copy was purchased by Peter Warren and now graces his car dealership as a tribute to the 1988 Australian Bicentenary.
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