North America

Hojack Swing Bridge

This is the Hojack Swing Bridge on the Genesee River near Lake Ontario, which is slated for destruction. Seems a shame, 'cos it looks pretty cool from up here. Scott Ventura says: There's a movement afoot to save the bridge…

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Monday, 13th June 2005

Avborne, MIA

Jay Soffian spotted this large type on the roof of an airplane hanger at Miami International Airport. Apparently Avborne is "one of the largest independent maintenance providers in North America".

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Monday, 13th June 2005

Museum of Civilisation

The Museum of Civilization in Gatineau, Quebec is right across the river from Canada's Parliament Buildings. It was designed by famous Canadian architect Douglas Cardinal, who also designed the Museum of the American Indian in Washington. The building has absolutely…

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Sunday, 12th June 2005

Parliament Hill, Ottawa

Parliament Hill is the seat of power for the Government of Canada. The white dome to the north is covering the Library of Parliament which is currently being restored. The library was built in 1876 and is the only part…

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Sunday, 12th June 2005

Hohokam Expressway, Phoenix

Take the exit for Sky Harbour Airport from the Hohokam Expressway and you'll find this nice bit of road art. This road is not far from the double missed bridge and there's similar misalignment problems throughout the airport. Thanks: Scott…

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Saturday, 11th June 2005

RV Park

Well, here at Google Sightseeing we're not entirely sure that we know what an RV actually is... But Keith Harrison reliably informs us that this is an RV park. Makes quite a cool picture though, thanks Keith 🙂

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Saturday, 11th June 2005

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