One of the most outstanding architectural monuments in the world is a Roman Catholic basilica, near the Colombian city of Ipiales, not far from the border with Ecuador. The fascinating thing about this place is that it was built inside the canyon where the Guitara River flows. Las Lajas Cathedral, also known as “Las Lajas…
Tasmania is an island state, part of the Commonwealth of Australia, and is located around 150 miles from the southern side of the Australian continent. This beautiful island is widely known for its natural environment, and is promoted as the ‘Island of Inspiration’, as about 45% of the island is made up of natural parks,…
The Underwater Waterfall Illusion in Mauritius is a captivating phenomenon in the Indian Ocean. It’s visible year-round, and it’s safe to swim in or surf on. The tropical island is best known for being the home of the extinct Dodo bird and the recently discovered lost continent, Mauricia. The underwater waterfall is not a real…
Ball’s Pyramid is a sea stack, a great jagged spire rising from the Tasman Sea. Its steep base, roughly 650 feet across, is battered by the rugged sea, making the landing a serious challenge. Royal Navy Lieutenant Henry Lidgbird Ball is credited with discovering Ball’s Pyramid in 1788, which was named in his honor. It…
The Seida, also known as Sami Seida or Seita, is a sacred place for the North European people, particularly the Saami or Lapps. It can be a special spot in the mountains, tundra, taiga, or any other natural formation such as a stone, stump, lake. The Seida also encompasses artifacts like stone structures. One such…
This ship shaped hotel in South Korea looks like a Royal Caribbean cruise ship. True, the concept of designing and building a landlocked cruise liner for a hotel seems a bit odd. But everything from the rooms (with heated floors) to the grounds β full of walking gardens and sculptures etc. β to the breathtaking views of the sea is simply… well, breathtaking
Discover the unique town of Setenil de las Bodegas in Spain, where approximately 3,000 residents call the natural caves their home. The caves were chosen as housing due to their ability to provide natural insulation from the heat and cold, eliminating the need for full-fledged houses. This area has been inhabited since prehistoric times. The…
The cause of the peculiar bend in the 400 pine trees in the Crooked Forest near Gryfino, West Pomerania in Poland remains a mystery to this day. The trees, planted around 1930 in what was then the German province of Pomerania, have a sharp 90-degree bend at their base, before growing straight towards the sky….