What actually is the "most mysterious funnel in the world"
Photos of a whirlpool in the middle of the water surface of the lake can often be found in a selection of the most mysterious places on the planet. Shots are often accompanied by "eyewitness accounts," according to which water rushes into a mysterious abyss in a stormy stream, dragging into the whirlpool of gape ducks or even fishermen. ...
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"Octopolis" and "Octantis": what do we know about the "cities" of octopuses
Octopuses are not the most sociable guys. Even with their brethren they do not really like to intersect, not to mention the ubiquitous scientists. Therefore, it is always difficult for researchers to study these amazing creatures: they are masters of disguise. But recently, nevertheless, it was possible to discover whole underwater "cities" of octopuses. ... -
What gesture to show for you to understand correctly: a brief history of gestures
Do you know a joke? One lady asks another: - What do his gestures mean? - Probably, he was tacitly interested in, to be or not to be, who is to blame and what to do. - With such movements? It looked so indecent ... So, gestures are that visual language that is very important to use correctly. What seems acceptable to us can be interpreted differently by others. ... -
Countries in which 2018 is not coming at all
What is the year now? And how old are you? Simple, it would seem, questions cease to be so, it is only worth remembering the relativity and ephemerality of time, as well as the fact that not all cultures consider it the same. So, for example, the age of the child, according to the East Asian system, is considered not from zero, as we are used to, but from unity. ... -
Lunar town, tourists and oxygen production: what are the Japanese plans for the moon
In recent years, the leading space powers have noticeably intensified in relation to the moon. Bold projects are announced to resume flights to our satellite, and even to organize a lunar settlement. Russia, the USA, the European Union and China have been working in this direction for several years, and now Japan is making bold plans for the exploration of the Moon and even intends to establish a whole city with a population of 10,000 by 2040. ... -
Dungeon scenes that beckon and scare at the same time
All kinds of caves and dungeons have always been something mysterious and attractive. Some of them were created by nature, others by humans. The reasons for this could be very different: a person might need a dwelling or shelter, mines or tunnels, and, perhaps, the excavations began at all in order to search for any values or archaeological discoveries. ... -
Vital need: why do Brazilians keep boas at home
Brazil is not only sunny beaches and well-maintained cities with a million people. It is also underdeveloped areas of tropical forests, which occupy most of the country. And if lovers of rare animals keep boas at home out of love for these snakes, then for the inhabitants of some areas of Brazil a boa in the house is a necessity. ... -
Dialogue with nature: Hundertwasser biomorphic house in Vienna
Conservative residents of Vienna consider this house a tasteless avant-garde kitsch, while others, on the contrary, admire the genius and courage of the architect Hundertwasser, who embodied among the classical residential buildings their ideas about environmental friendliness and the inalienable human right to individuality, rejection of imposed norms and freedom of expression. ... -
Kandolhu Island Resort realizes all your dreams!
Everyone wants to settle on a personal island for at least a few days, and Kandolhu Island Resort provides such a rare opportunity. It is designed for only 50 villas equipped with the latest technology. If you are traveling alone, the best choice is a two-story house with its own pool and ocean views. ... -
Kurumba Maldives - the best resort for a secluded, family and corporate vacation
Corporate culture today is not only about joint trainings, celebration of public holidays and trips to sports matches. To make a worthy corporate event in the 21st century, you need to try, make a little more effort and connect imagination. A new step in this matter is traveling with colleagues to resorts abroad. ... -
19 photos about how Ukrainians looked 100 years ago
The famous artist Ilya Repin highly appreciated the taste of Ukrainians and their ability to dress, Ukrainian national costumes enthralled him! The painter believed that only Ukrainian girls can compete in the subtleties of taste, elegance and beauty of decoration with Parisians. Let’s take a look at the Ukrainians from the past who won the heart of Repin. ... -
Why did the plesiosaurus have such small teeth
More than 65 million years ago, the oceans of the Earth were inhabited by many creatures that are still found there: such as fish, plankton or sharks. But one of the largest ocean predators, plesiosaurs, disappeared at the same time as the dinosaurs on land. They are not for nothing called sea monsters: huge monsters with powerful flippers, strong jaws and sharp teeth were at the top of the food chain. ... -
The beauty of the endangered Eyre Lake in Australia
This pink salt lake is so transformed during the rainy season that it is almost impossible to recognize the lifeless saline space that existed here the previous six months. Perhaps, it is on the Australian Lake Eyre, like nowhere else in the world, that you can see how important fresh water is for life on our planet. ... -
How jeans are killing our planet
Jeans are very popular all over the world and, perhaps, in every country, whether in Europe or in South America, you can see these blue or blue trousers made of cotton fabric. Originally created as workwear for American cowboys and farmers, this type of trousers has won the whole world and gained incredible popularity, remaining at the peak of fashion for more than a decade. ... -
29 photos about Hong Kong's chronic insomnia
Have you ever heard of the light pollution of cities? If not, then, once in Hong Kong, you definitely can’t get around this topic, because it has a negative impact on the life and health of thousands of people. In his Insomnia project, photographer David Sherman shows how Hong Kong people live in a constant lack of sleep and what a city that never sleeps looks like at night. ... -
Pearl of the desert: 7 of the most beautiful oases in the world
The oases that appear before the eyes of a tired traveler look like a mirage. After the sweltering heat and endless sands, these picturesque corners of nature, filled with the sounds of bubbling water, the rustle of palm leaves and birdsong, seem like a miracle. There are oases in almost any desert, and each of them is unique. ... -
Kandolhu Island Resort realizes all your dreams!
Everyone wants to settle on a personal island for at least a few days, and Kandolhu Island Resort provides such a rare opportunity. It is designed for only 50 villas equipped with the latest technology. If you are traveling alone, the best choice is a two-story house with its own pool and ocean views. ...
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Nazarovsky coal mine. They could shoot Mad Max here
The Nazarovsky coal mine is located in the Krasnoyarsk Territory and is part of SUEK-Krasnoyarsk. The main consumer of the section is the Nazarovskaya TPP. In the 1970s, the Nazarovsky open pit became an experimental training ground for the development of advanced coal mining technologies. The unique rotor complex SRs (K) -4000 produced by the German company TAKRAF is operating here - the largest and most productive overburden complex in Russia. ... -
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