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  • Remnants of an ancient monastery, Kalyazin Bell Tower
    Europe | Russia

    Remnants of an ancient monastery, Kalyazin Bell Tower

    ByAiLili December 16, 2019

    The unique structure of the flooded bell tower serves, as a marker for ships and sailors travelling near the small town of Kalyazin. Sometimes, the tower also becomes a venue, for certain Orthodox Christian rituals. The bell tower was part of a much larger structure of the St. Nicholas Cathedral. It was flooded and submerged…

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    🏷️ bell tower, monastery
  • Vintage auto lovers rejoice! Check out Sweden’s Car Cemetery
    Europe | Sweden

    Vintage auto lovers rejoice! Check out Sweden’s Car Cemetery

    ByAiLili December 15, 2019

    The saying “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” might be true, if you’re an enthusiasts for old classic automobiles. What may look like a common junkyard, is actually a quirky and unique haven for both car lovers and photographers, searching for a new and unique sights. The Car Cemetery is a swampy peat bog…

    🏷️ car cemetery
  • Unusual romantic destinations for lovers who want to go off the beaten path
    Travel

    Unusual romantic destinations for lovers who want to go off the beaten path

    ByIlya December 9, 2019November 21, 2021

    Traveling the world together is one of the most enriching things a couple can do, but when love and wanderlust collide, you might find conventional romantic destinations to be surprisingly lackluster. Sure, Paris is always a good idea, as is Venice. However, waiting in line for three hours to get on top of the Eiffel…

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  • Things to Do When You Get To Taipei
    Asia | Taiwan

    Things to Do When You Get To Taipei

    ByIlya December 6, 2019December 6, 2019

    The capital of Taiwan is a destination worth your time and money. And a visit there solo, with a friend or family, will have you making memories that will last you a lifetime. To enjoy the trip even better, you have to have a fun-packed itinerary, and in this piece, we shall give you a…

    🏷️ cities, city
  • A Blast of 80’s Nostalgia – Ghostbuster Firehouse, Manhattan
    New York | North America | USA

    A Blast of 80’s Nostalgia – Ghostbuster Firehouse, Manhattan

    ByAiLili November 28, 2019

    If you grew up watching 80’s flicks and sitcoms, the striking red bricks of this old firehouse might spark a few memories. Located on North Moore Street in Lower Manhattan, the 1903 Beux-Arts building is the current home to the real-life Hook and Ladder Company 8. These firefighters were the first responders involved in the…

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    🏷️ building, buildings, filming locations, firehouse
  • How To Survive A Long Flight
    Travel

    How To Survive A Long Flight

    ByIlya November 28, 2019

    Do you hate or love long flights? They are a necessity to reach far-flung destinations on the planet. Some travelers love them while others loathe them. However, long flights don’t have to be awful. You can enjoy them if you plan ahead of time with things that will help you pass time. Thus, here are…

    🏷️ airplane travel
  • Hidden Aqua Gem of the Grand Canyon – Havasupai Falls, Arizona
    Arizona | North America | USA

    Hidden Aqua Gem of the Grand Canyon – Havasupai Falls, Arizona

    ByAiLili November 26, 2019

    The Grand Canyon is one of Arizona’s most visited tourist attractions. The magnificent rocks are known as one of the most unique wonders of the world. Explore a little deeper and discover its best kept secret: The Havasupai Falls. Havasupai is named after the native American Havasupai tribe and means “people of the blue-green water”….

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    🏷️ falls
  • America’s roadside attraction – Hole N’ The Rock in Canyonlands Country, Utah
    North America | USA | Utah

    America’s roadside attraction – Hole N’ The Rock in Canyonlands Country, Utah

    ByAiLili November 24, 2019

    Canyonlands Country, Utah is home to a Hole N The rock: an amazing 5,000 square foot home, meticulously carved out from a canyon rock. What started out as a family fun almost a century ago, is now attracting visitors from all over the world. The Christensen family began to dig a small alcove, for their…

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    🏷️ roadside attraction, rock formations

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