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  • Santa Cruz del Islote: A Brand New Way Of Living
    Colombia | South America

    Santa Cruz del Islote: A Brand New Way Of Living

    ByAdela February 28, 2017

    2.4 acre island of Santa Cruz del Islote is located in the heart of the San Bernardo archipelago, near the coast of Colombia. This extremely small coral island has 1,200 inhabitants; considering its size, the density of the population here is four times bigger than that of Manhattan! The living conditions here are far from…

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    🏷️ island, islet
  • The Japanese Train Station Built Around A Tree
    Asia | Japan

    The Japanese Train Station Built Around A Tree

    ByIlya February 10, 2017

    Japan is well known for its innovative ideas, while preserving its authenticity. Kayashima Station, in Osaca is no exception. The local engineers found an ingenious way of protecting nature. At the Kayashima Station, a giant tree cuts right through the middle of the station and out through its roof. The protected camphor tree is over…

    πŸ“ˆ Rising
    🏷️ train station
  • The Gibbs Farm: a Wonderland of Sculpture
    Australia | New Zealand

    The Gibbs Farm: a Wonderland of Sculpture

    ByIlya January 4, 2017

    Imagine walking through a park and suddenly seeing 20 massive colorful cubes raising from the ground. Or, seeing a red trumped-shaped object of a few dozen feet long placed at the top of a hill! Although, it feels very much like Alice in Wonderland, this place is as real as it gets and it’s right…

    🧠 Evergreen
    🏷️ sculpture park
  • Cathedral of CrΓ©teil Extension: UFO or Just Innovation?
    Europe | France

    Cathedral of CrΓ©teil Extension: UFO or Just Innovation?

    ByIlya December 13, 2016

    It seems like Paris has not much to offer, besides the Eiffel tower and romantic dinners. But, somewhere close to the Seine river, hidden between the buildings, a strange shape rises from the ground, that looks like an UFO has just landed on Earth. Although it may not seem anything like a cathedral, that’s exactly…

    🏷️ cathedral
  • Meet The Breathtaking Beauty Of Shah-e-Cheragh
    Iran | Middle East

    Meet The Breathtaking Beauty Of Shah-e-Cheragh

    ByAdela November 20, 2016November 20, 2016

    Iran is well known for its unique architectural style, as well as its historical buildings, which have been well preserved throughout the centuries. The Shah-e-Cheragh Mausoleum, which was built during the 12th century, holds the holy tombs of Mir Muhammad and Amir Ahmad, the brothers of Imam Reza. Historical documents revealed that Imam Reza is…

    πŸ’Ž Legendary
    🏷️ mosque
  • The Devil’s Tower: US’ Mysterious Sightseeing Spot
    North America | USA | Wyoming

    The Devil’s Tower: US’ Mysterious Sightseeing Spot

    ByIlya November 11, 2016

    Located in the Black Hillsin Crook County of Wyoming, the Devils Tower is definitely among the most interesting sightseeing spots in USA. It is a giant volcanic rock, with a height of 1,267 feet above the ground and 5,112 feet above sea level. So what makes it so unique? The shape of the tower, which…

    🏷️ rock formations
  • Ruins of Castle stalker at Sunset
    Europe | Scotland | UK

    Castle Stalker: An Isolated Scottish Land Of History

    ByIlya November 8, 2016April 2, 2023

    From its strange setting to the mountains background and its historical design, Castle Stalker is definitely one of the most interesting places to visit in Scotland. The building, which is located on a small island called Loch Laich, has been there since 1388 and holds the history of many kings, secret deals and impressive architecture….

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    🏷️ castle, castles
  • Paronella Park: A Castle in the Tropical Jungle
    Australia

    Paronella Park: A Castle in the Tropical Jungle

    ByWilliam October 24, 2016

    If you go down to the woods today you’re sure of a big surprise. In amongst the stunning plantlife and wildlife of an Australian tropical jungle, not many would suspect to see a grand man-made structure that is close to 80 years old. Yet close to the city of Cairns, that’s exactly what you’ll find…

    🏷️ park, tourist attractions

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