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Baobab Alley, Morondava
02/26/2025

Baobab Alley, Morondava

The Dead Sea (al-Baḥr al-Mayyit, or al-Baḥr al-Mayt; Yām hamMelaḥ) also known by other names, is a landlocked salt lake ...
02/26/2025

The Dead Sea (al-Baḥr al-Mayyit, or al-Baḥr al-Mayt; Yām hamMelaḥ) also known by other names, is a landlocked salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east and the Israeli-occupied West Bank and Israel to the west. It lies in the Jordan Rift Valley, and its main tributary is the Jordan River.

Coober Pedy, located in the arid outback of northern South Australia, is renowned as the world's leading producer of opa...
02/26/2025

Coober Pedy, located in the arid outback of northern South Australia, is renowned as the world's leading producer of opals, contributing to over 70% of the global supply. The town was established in 1915 after the discovery of opal by prospectors and quickly became a key mining hub.

To cope with extreme weather conditions, where summer temperatures can soar above 40°C (104°F), many residents live in underground homes known as "dugouts." These structures are carved into the earth to provide a cooler and more stable living environment compared to traditional surface homes. This unique lifestyle extends to various underground facilities, including churches, shops, and even hotels, making Coober Pedy distinctive for its extensive subterranean architecture.

The landscape of Coober Pedy is dotted with thousands of mine shafts and piles of excavated rock, reflecting the town’s ongoing mining activities. The local economy remains heavily reliant on opal mining, with numerous active mines. In addition to mining, tourism plays a significant role, as visitors are drawn to explore the opal mines, underground attractions, and learn about the town's mining heritage. Despite the challenges posed by the harsh environment, Coober Pedy continues to be a significant contributor to the opal market and an iconic site within Australia's mining industry.

The town's innovative solutions to extreme conditions, combined with its ongoing role in the opal industry, make Coober Pedy a fascinating and resilient community.

The traditional beehive houses of the Dorze people in southern Ethiopia are architectural marvels made entirely from org...
02/26/2025

The traditional beehive houses of the Dorze people in southern Ethiopia are architectural marvels made entirely from organic materials. Standing tall at 6-8 meters, these structures are constructed from bamboo, enset (false banana) leaves, grass, and wood. The iconic beehive shape is both functional and aesthetic, providing natural insulation and protection from the elements. The bamboo framework offers flexibility and resilience, while the enset leaves create a water-resistant outer covering that enhances the durability of the house.

One of the most fascinating aspects of Dorze houses is their adaptability. As termites slowly eat away at the base, the entire structure can be lifted and moved to a new spot, with the damaged part removed, allowing the house to shrink in height over time. These sustainable homes reflect the Dorze people's deep connection with their environment and their mastery in utilizing natural resources for building

The thinner tree was cut years ago and the big one has been holding and feeding it since then. They "wake up" together i...
02/26/2025

The thinner tree was cut years ago and the big one has been holding and feeding it since then. They "wake up" together in the spring and "go to sleep" together in the autumn

A 16-kilometer-long elevated highway in India built to allow wild animals to peacefully pass underneath it ♥️
02/26/2025

A 16-kilometer-long elevated highway in India built to allow wild animals to peacefully pass underneath it ♥️

This is how Taiwan builds without harming nature
02/26/2025

This is how Taiwan builds without harming nature

Porta Asinaria: Rome’s Gateway to Byzantine GloryStanding as a silent sentinel within Rome’s Aurelian Walls, the Porta A...
02/26/2025

Porta Asinaria: Rome’s Gateway to Byzantine Glory
Standing as a silent sentinel within Rome’s Aurelian Walls, the Porta Asinaria bears witness to a defining chapter in history. Constructed between 271 and 275 CE under Emperor Aurelian, this formidable gate was an integral part of his ambitious fortification project. Yet, its greatest moment came centuries later.
In 536 CE, the legendary General Belisarius led Byzantine forces through the Porta Asinaria, reclaiming Rome from the Ostrogoths in a decisive triumph of the Gothic War. This victory was a crucial step in Emperor Justinian’s dream of restoring imperial rule over the lost Western Roman territories.
With its imposing architecture and strategic design, the gate embodies the ingenuity of late Roman military engineering. Today, the Porta Asinaria remains a symbol of Rome’s enduring legacy, standing firm through the passage of time, its stones still echoing the footsteps of history.

Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia 💚
02/26/2025

Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia 💚

Fort de Fenestrelle. Located in the Italian Alps, not far from Turin. Built between 1728 and 1850, it is one of the larg...
02/25/2025

Fort de Fenestrelle. Located in the Italian Alps, not far from Turin. Built between 1728 and 1850, it is one of the largest alpine fortresses in Europe. The fort stretches along the slope of the mountain and was originally built by the Kingdom of Savoy to defend against French invasion.

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument located on the Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, 3 km west of Amesbury. The st...
02/25/2025

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument located on the Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, 3 km west of Amesbury. The structure consists of a ring of obelisks, each approximately 4.1 m high, 2.1 m wide and weighing approximately 25 tons.

Wanaka, New Zealand 😯
02/25/2025

Wanaka, New Zealand 😯

Lapalice Castle, Poland
02/25/2025

Lapalice Castle, Poland

Santorini Island Aegean Sea   🩵
02/25/2025

Santorini Island Aegean Sea 🩵

Niagara Falls looking magical, Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦Witness the enchanting beauty of Niagara Falls in winter! ❄️ The cascad...
02/25/2025

Niagara Falls looking magical, Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦
Witness the enchanting beauty of Niagara Falls in winter! ❄️ The cascading waters and icicles create a mesmerising and magical scene. Perfect for capturing stunning photographs and experiencing the wonder of one of nature's greatest spectacles.

Edinburgh-Scotland  🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 📸
02/25/2025

Edinburgh-Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
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Algarve-Portugal.
02/25/2025

Algarve-Portugal.

🏰 Peleș Castle or Castelul Peleș, Sinaia, Prahova County, Romania Peleș Castle is a Neo-Renaissance snd Gothic-Revival c...
02/25/2025

🏰 Peleș Castle or Castelul Peleș, Sinaia, Prahova County, Romania Peleș Castle is a Neo-Renaissance snd Gothic-Revival castle in the Royal Domain of Sinaia in the Carpathian Mountains. It was built for King Carol I of Romania between 1873 and 1914 on a medieval route linking Transylvania and Wallachia. It belongs to the Romanian Royal Family. The castle was declared a museum in 1953. It houses the Peleș National Museum and is occasionally used for public royal ceremonies.
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