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03/02/2024

Welcome to the personal residence of the last independent Khan of the Kazakh Khanate 🇰🇿, Abilay Khan (1711-1781), Petropavl, Siberia ❄️🏹

But why did he choose his residence as close as possible to the Russian Empire? Why did Kazakhstan 🇰🇿 moved its capital from Almaty (south) to Astana (north)? 🤔

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🏰❄️🏹 Unveiling the layers of Abilay Khan's calculated maneuvers in the harsh winter of Petropavl: A comprehensive journey through strategic decisions and their lasting impact on Central Asian history. 🗺️🔍 Embarking on a journey through the unforgiving Siberian winter, I delve into ...

02/02/2024

Are “Turks” and “Turkics” the same thing 🇹🇷☪️⚔️, and what sets apart the Turks 🇹🇷 from the Turkics of Central Asia, like Kazakhstan 🇰🇿 and Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬?

They all trace their roots to the same family, the “Turkic Tribe,” originating from the Turkic Khaganate, an immense empire (6th AD) from the Sea of Japan to Europe’s Black Sea 🌊. We will look at two (x2) tribes from this massive Khaganate.

1. The “Oghuz Turkic” 🇹🇷🇦🇿🇹🇲
They migrated westward and settled in Anatolia. The victory of Alp Arslan in the Battle of Manzikert in 1071 over the Byzantine Empire marked the official arrival of the Seljuk tribes (Turkics) in Anatolia. In 1299, Osman laid the foundation of the Ottoman Empire, followed by Orhan, the rest is history until Kemal Atatürk. This is how the Ottomans expanded into Europe, mixing with Europeans, explaining the contemporary appearance of Turks (non-Asian faces). Azerbaijan 🇦🇿 and Turkmenistan 🇹🇲 also trace their roots to the “Oghuz Turkics.”

2. The “Kipchak Turkic” 🇰🇿🇰🇬🇺🇿
They chose to stay in Central Asia and migrate eastward. They mixed their DNA with Mongols from the deep east near China, resulting in the characteristic appearance of Kazakhs and Kyrgyz, resembling Chinese features. These tribes gave rise to the countries of Uzbekistan 🇺🇿, Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬 and Kazakhstan 🇰🇿, the latter originating from the Kazakh Khanate (15th-19th century) a descendant of the Golden Horde, one of the four hordes emerging from the vast Mongol Empire’s disintegration.

However, the original tribes of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan were once tall, blonde, and blue-eyed people. As the Mongols moved westward and intermingled their DNA, the features changed - like I say, the Mongols flattened everything on their passage: cities, countries and even peoples DNA 🧬😅.

An example is a Yandex Kazakh driver in Astana with Scandinavian-type features, he was blonde, had blue eyes, and distinctive Chinese-shaped eyes. On a side note, considering the brutality of Genghis Khan, it raises intriguing questions about the potential Central Asian origin of Vikings 😅.

📸 Ottoman Coat of Arms I stumbled upon randomly in Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬

18/12/2023

THE LEGAL SCAM // So social media companies are using your data in the shadiest ways, reselling it, and making billion of dollars out of it.

One of the main reasons why you open this app every day is to consume more content.

I, Not only participate in this system by consuming more content, but enable it, by creating more content that bring more potential personal Data (you).

I do not think that I’ve ever been actively participating in such a dishonest project - that’s literally scamming people - in my entire life.

One day I’ll stand in front of God, and he’s gonna ask me on my actions.

What should I answer?

13/12/2023

Just thinking out loud ✨😉

10/12/2023

Date of picture 1: July 29th, 2021 - Fira district, Santorini island, Greece 📸🏝️

Imagine running a YouTube channel where I not only dive into the intricacies of STEM through science videos but also take you along on my travels. It’s a blend of education and exploration. 🚀🌍

Rather than sitting on a couch for science videos, I decided to elevate it. I travel to the very places where scientific breakthroughs happened. For instance, to explain the workings of the AC electric machine, I ventured to the birthplace of its inventor, Nikola Tesla. ⚡🌍

In April 2021, I kicked off this journey by recording my first science video at the Marjan steps in Marjan Park, Split, Croatia. 🇭🇷🎥

In less than half a year, I covered diverse topics:
- AC Electric machine from Smiljan, Croatia (Nikola Tesla’s birthplace) ⚙️🏡
- Electric Marine Propulsions from the Port of Split, Croatia 🚢🏞️
- Mathematics from Greece, a hub of mathematicians 🧮🇬🇷
- Nuclear Power from Ukraine, delving into the physics of nuclear power and the Chernobyl disaster ☢️🇺🇦 (including the Soviet RBMK 1000)

Realizing I couldn’t finance both science and travel simultaneously, I made a tough choice. I paused science videos and fully embraced travel for two years, with . 🌎💼

Logistics:
It’s been countless sleepless nights as a one-man show, handling everything from content preparation to video recording, editing, and dealing with unexpected challenges. Shoutout to all the Karens; I appreciate your engagement! 🌙💪❤️

Finances:
Let’s not get into the nitty-gritty, but it involved a significant investment. 💸📊

What’s next:
…hmm, maybe delve into the scientific mysteries of Egypt (2555 BC), Ancient Greece (1200 BC - 600 AD), Spain (711 - 1492 AD) and Italian Renaissance.

Side Note:
Greece stands out as a unique country for intellectual pursuits. Every morning there is an inspiration to learn something new. Not even the USA - despite its vast resources - compare to Greece’s healthy, stress-free, and historically rich environment 💡. Just my experience 😉✌🏼🇬🇷

Anyway, stumbled upon these pictures and wanted to share the story behind them! 🤗📷

29/11/2023

This church ☦️ is not open yet to the public, but I’ll give you an unofficial tour…but please don’t share this with anyone, I might get in trouble 🤫

18/11/2023

It’s a complicated conflict.

16/11/2023

1. Have a blast in whatever you’re up to. It doesn’t need to be crappy, and it sure as hell doesn’t have to be bitter.

2. Screw taking lousy advices from folks with messed-up careers, disastrous marriages, basically a crappy life. They’ll try to sell you on the idea that you need to wade through their garbage to succeed. Truth is, if they could help, they’d fix their own mess first.

3. Shake up your destiny. An ancestral French saying nails it: “Forcer le destin”. Translation? To change your fate, you’ve got to mess with it. Nothing’s gonna budge without a bit of disruption.

4. Your alone time is gold, way more valuable than any toxic crew. Hanging with the wrong crowd messes with your biggest asset: the brain and the choices it makes.

5. Forget playing referee between good and bad buddies. Spend that time figuring yourself out and growing personally.

6. Embrace flying solo for however long you want, even forever. I met 60-year-olds who never tied the knot or had kids, they’re rocking lives full of kindness, happiness, success, and gratitude. Contrastingly, some married individuals harbor discontent, though there are, of course, happily married people as well. ✌🏼❤️

7. If you’re only seeking company to dodge your own company, and can’t enjoy your own solitude, consider it a long-term warning.

8. Trust that good people will naturally cross your path; no need to go on a hunt.

🗺️🧭 Road Trip Banatul, Băile Herculane, Dacia 🇷🇴

🏮 Disclaimer: Not professional advice; probably just my experience ✌🏼😉

09/11/2023

The Battle of Posada, occurring from 9 to 12 November 1330, pitted Basarab I of Wallachia against Charles I of Hungary.

In this pivotal clash, Basarab led a modest Wallachian force comprising cavalry, foot archers, and local peasants. Despite facing a formidable 30,000-strong Hungarian army in the rugged terrain, the Wallachians executed a successful ambush, securing a significant victory.

This triumph “sanctioned the independence of Wallachia from the Hungarian crown,”. Georgescu goes further, labeling Wallachia as the “first independent Romanian principality.” 🏹🛡️

07/11/2023

Step back in time to Reșița’s railway heyday! 🚂

In the 19th century, as steam locomotives chugged along these tracks, the city’s industrial heart began to beat stronger.

Steel, heavy machinery, and other products forged in Reșița found their way to destinations near and far, shaping the city’s identity as an industrial powerhouse. 🏭

Today, these railway remnants serve as a living museum of a bygone era, a testament to the city’s remarkable past. Explore the tracks, explore history! 📸🌟

05/11/2023

Amidst the turmoil of war, winning the hearts and minds of the people becomes a critical endeavor. This vintage propaganda flyer from the German Empire, dated 1917, sheds light on the art of influencing perceptions during World War I. 🌟

In German, it boldly proclaims “Die Bezwinger Rümanien,” translating to “The Conquerors of Romania“, who are: Marshal August von Mackensen (on the left) and General Erich von Falkenhayn (on the right).

This flyer was circulated during the German occupation of Bucharest, which took place between November 23rd and December 6th, 1916, with the Imperial Government of Bucharest established by December 8th, 1916. The German forces were stationed in the historic “Cercul Militar National,” a building that still stands on Calea Victoriei in Bucharest, facing the Old Town 🏰🇷🇴.

In the early 20th century, boasting “we conquered that nation” was seen as a triumph. However, today’s narrative has evolved, and “Conquerors” have transformed into “Liberators” 🗽.

The means might have changed, but the goal remains the same: Influencing the other. Taking from the other. Dominating the other. We can’t help ourselves!

As for Germany’s fascination with Romania during WWI, that tale is coming soon 😌

Note: This historical post is for educational purposes only, because if we can’t even learn from the mistakes of the past, nobody can save us from our worst enemy: ourselves!

* This is not a sponsored message. 📚

18/10/2023

15/10/2023

Hi everyone,

As many of you noticed, I didn’t post anything for the past 2 months, and I took this time to think of what I should do with my life, and if I want to continue traveling or...

Spoiler alter: as much as I like 🇷🇴, I won’t create any further content from Romania 🇷🇴, nor be there.

Don’t get me wrong, I’ve spent one of my best life moments there, but I feel it’s better for me to settle in another country 🌎. Why?

Tomorrow Monday October 16th, evening time I’ll release a video explaining my reasons. My reasons might not please you, so I count on your understanding in advance, and I’ll be thankful for it!

Thank you ✌🏼💔