It’s not surprising that a place with a fantastical name like Gold Hill, Oregon, is home to a mysterious natural anomaly that has puzzled and intrigued scientists and travelers for nearly a century. The Oregon Vortex/House of Mystery has been a curious roadside attraction since the 1930s, when Scottish engineer and geologist John Lister converted…
A historic battleship isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when most people think of Christmas, but the USS Wisconsin in Norfolk, Virginia, hosts an annual event known as Nauticus’ Winterfest on the Wisconsin that transforms a decommissioned battleship into a hub of holiday cheer. Initially constructed in 1941, the USS Wisconsin saw numerous…
If you’re a germophobe, it is best to steer clear of the Gum Wall near Seattle’s Pike Place Market. Each day, countless visitors press pennies into discarded wads of gum and affix them to a historic wall. The wall of gum has created a colorful tableau that adds a welcome splash of color to Seattle’s…
Prior to the 1900s, the state of West Virginia was home to hundreds of water-powered grist mills. West Virginia residents would cart bags of grain and corn to the mills to be transformed into flour that could be used for cooking and baking. If money was short, it was not uncommon for customers to trade…
Hidden in the middle of Nantes, France, lies a world of fantasy-the Machines of the Isle of Nantes-where art meets engineering. This is a unique tourist attraction that has transformed the old shipyards of this city into a home for mechanical creatures and surreal installations that capture the imagination of many visitors across the globe….
When most people think of Dubai, they envision camels, sand dunes, and palm trees. The vast majority of people are unaware that arid Dubai is home to one of the largest flower gardens on Earth. The Dubai Miracle Garden — which has been in operation since Valentine’s Day of 2013 — features over 150 million…
In the early 20th century, Southern Sardinia was a mining hotspot. Ore extraction reached unprecedented levels. However, transporting ore from the steep cliffs of Sardinia to nearby port towns posed significant challenges. The process of loading heavy ore onto boats was notably time-consuming. Ore was initially loaded at a remote pickup point, far from the…
Traveling? These is one of the most exciting parts of our lives. It enriches the vision, provides opportunities to embrace cultures and meet new people. The world is so huge that one may travel his whole life and still have something new to discover. The best part? It’s easier when you know English since the…
