- published: 12 Apr 2014
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Originally, a 'landmark' literally meant a geographic feature used by explorers and others to find their way back or through an area.
In modern usage, a landmark includes anything that is easily recognizable, such as a monument, building, or other structure. In American English it is the main term used to designate places that might be of interest to tourists due to notable physical features or historical significance. Landmarks in the British English sense are often used for casual navigation, such as giving directions. This is done in American English as well.
In urban studies as well as in geography, a landmark is furthermore defined as an external point of reference that helps orienting in a familiar or unfamiliar environment. Landmarks are often used in verbal route instructions and as such an object of study by linguists as well as in other fields of study.
A variant is a seamark or daymark, a structure usually built intentionally to aid sailors navigating featureless coasts. An example is the tower at Walton-on-the-Naze in England.
Are you here to stay?
Why should I ask?
The water's warm my friend
This one should last
Landmarks that define no longer align with the direction we're heading
It's the consequence I fear when you label me like that
I guess I wish you'd take some time with me
The words I spokw were clear
Some people only hear what they want to hear to make them feel alright
Landmarks that define no longer align with the direction we're heading