New Zealand based photographer Amos Chapple captured amazing images of the state of Meghalaya, India, allegedly the wettest spot on Earth. The village of Mawsynram in Meghalaya annually receives 467 inches of rain. The outdoor workers often wear water-proof suits made from bamboo and banana leaf. The most unusual and gorgeous sights in the region are the “living bridges” spanning rain-soaked valleys. For centuries, locals have been manipulating the roots of rubber fig trees to grow into natural arches, far outlasting man-made wooden structures that rot in just a few years. The bridges are self-strengthening, becoming more substantial over time, as the root systems grow.
The medieval village of Rocamadour rises from the side of a rugged cliff in Dordogne-Lot, France. Much like the mystical spires of Mont Saint-Michel and the healing waters of Lordes, Rocamadour is a popular pilgrimage destination. History and architecture buffs adore Rocamadour’s striking castle, rich folklore, and sweeping views of the Alzou Valley. Constructed in…
The routine of every student in the world can be boring. Otherwise, they wouldn’t look for someone to order paper online to cope with academic pressure. There is something able to blend that boredom of young people for sure. It’s traveling. Moreover, taking a trip to some special places in China will bring you emotions…
Millionaire Flex-O-Glass inventor Harold Warp long dreamed of building a monument to American ingenuity, progress, and hard work. Warp used his millions to assemble a fictional Pioneer Village that features several displays that celebrate the warp speed trajectory of American innovation. Pioneer Village features rows of vintage cars, fully intact kitchen scenes, and a helicopter….
Burj Al Babas, located near the Black Sea, is a ghost town filled with 587 half-finished, abandoned mini-castles. Initially, it was planned as a luxurious urban development offering the appearance of royalty for those willing to pay from $370,000 to $500,000 for their own palace. The project developer, Sarot Group, envisioned rich foreigners enjoying the…
There are several stories about how the charming small town of Cashiers, North Carolina came to be known by the peculiar name of Cashiers. Some say that Cashiers was a star racehorse, a trusty mule, or even an eccentric hermit. Local historical records indicate that Colonel John Zachary—who helped establish the town in the 1830s—chose…
Sometimes, the incredible landscapes seen in pictures are much closer than tourists might think. The best example of this, is Svaneti: Georgian historical region that looks surreal. The mysterious beauty of the area starts from miles of green forests and the highest peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, that merge into deep blue sky. Still, what…
