Have you seen the Taj Mahal, Sydney Opera House, Eiffel Tower, or the Acropolis? How about Stonehenge, Mount Fuji, Mount Rushmore, or the Leaning Tower of Pisa? Luckily, there's no need to stamp pages and pages of that passport, burning up cash while globetrotting thousands of miles to see it all. You can view these and many more of some of the most iconic structures in all of international architecture - well, smaller replicas of them, at least - all in one spot: Shenzhen's Window of the World. From Europe and Africa to Asia and the Americas, this very ambitious and very kitschy amusement/historical park takes visual influence from a smart list of transcontinental sources. The strange resulting mish-mash is recommended to those with a hearty sense of humor.
Window of the World not only defies international boundaries, but also seasons. No matter what month it is, you can even enjoy its stunning recreation of the Swiss Alps, which offers indoor skiing and snow tubing adventures. Just take subway Line 1 to Shijiezhichuang Station for direct access to Window of the World. It's an easy journey from your stay at Sheraton Shenzhen Futian Hotel. Have you ever enjoyed such synthetic pleasures in other cities, where you can ski in summertime and feel transported around the globe in just one day?
