national landmark
Protected national treasure
A national landmark is a site officially recognized by a government for its historical, cultural, or natural significance.
In the United States, the designation protects places like battlefields, monuments, and architectural treasures: Independence Hall is a national landmark.
The term sometimes appears loosely for any widely recognized place: The diner has become a national landmark.
- castleFortified medieval residence
- mountain rangeSeries of connected peaks
- monumentStructure honoring someone remembered
- battlefieldCombat engagement area
- observatoryFacility for celestial study
cathedral · memorial · bridge · amphitheater · lighthouse · fortress · waterfall · coral reef · historic district · forest reserve · archaeological site · canyon · ancient ruins · old town · historic site · palace · clock tower · wildlife sanctuary
national landmarklocal attraction
Noteworthy regional destination
roadside attraction · neighborhood landmark · private property
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