Man cannot discover new oceans unless he dares to lose sight of the shore. Andre Gide
Gamsutl, Rusya Federasyonu’na bağlı Dağıstan Özerk Cumhuriyeti’ndeki Gamsutlmeer Dağı’nda yaklaşık 1.400 metre yükseklikte hayalet bir kasaba olarak yer alıyor. Tarihi dokusuyla göz kamaştıran bu etkileyici hayalet köy, yüksek kayalıkların üzerine kurulmuş. Avar dilinde “Gamsutl” “Han kalesinin eteğinde” anlamına geliyor. Muhteşem manzarası nedeniyle Gamsutl köyüne “Dağıstan’ın Machu Picchu’su ” adı verilmiştir . “Su” lakabıyla anılmıştır. Köyün …
The Thousand Islands (Thousand Islands) are a natural wonder consisting of hundreds of islands lined up between Canada and the USA. This unique region is like a mosaic of nature and attracts attention with its islands, each with its own story. These islands, stretching from the northeast of Lake Ontario along the Saint Lawrence River, …
The term “Blue Blood” is a symbolic expression often used to describe noble or aristocratic lineage and is often associated with royalty. The term is historically based on the belief that the aristocratic class, especially royal families, had a special purity that distinguished them from ordinary people. In England and some other European countries, the …
The test of the Tsar Bomba in 1961 went down in history as one of the largest human-made explosions. This test was one of the most impressive and terrifying nuclear events the world has ever witnessed. The explosion left a deep mark in minds not only with its immediate visual impact, but also because it …
Alamut Fedayeen, also known as the Assassins, known as the first assassins throughout history, are a religious sect and political organization. It was created when Hasan Sabbah, a cleric from the Ismaili sect, captured the historical Alamut Castle in 1090. This group aimed to overthrow the Great Seljuk State and end Turkish domination in Iranian …
In the last 12 months, extraordinary events have occurred in Türkiye and around the world. 2023 witnessed conflicts arising from deep-rooted problems, significant changes in global politics, and large-scale natural disasters, causing great losses. Some of the events that received wide media coverage throughout the year are as follows: Israel-Hamas War Approximately 1,200 people were …
The 2023 Turkcell Super Cup match between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, which was planned to be played this evening in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, was canceled after the crisis. Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe refused to go to the field after Atatürk banners and t-shirts were not allowed. It was announced that the match would not …
The death whistle used by the Aztecs in their battle signal makes one of the scariest sounds you’ll ever hear. It has a sound characteristic that is reminiscent of thousands of people wailing at the same time. This special instrument is made using a real human skull and various stones. The death whistle was discovered …
The year 2023 has been a fascinating period of progress and discovery for the scientific world. Scientists have made new discoveries in the field of medicine by pushing the limits of technology. They have achieved worldwide remarkable success by making new discoveries in deep space and innovations that support environmental sustainability. These important advances laid …
Edgar Cayce is a well-known name for his remarkable “readings” that he performed under hypnosis while in a trance state. For this reason, he is known as the “Sleeping Oracle”. In the diagnoses he made while in trance, he described the sources of medicines required for the treatment of various cases and also made prophecies …
The Gold Rush Era refers to a period that first occurred in 1849 in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the state of California, United States, and was a period of frenzied gold search. The news of gold emerging during this period spread rapidly to the surrounding regions, and thousands of people, motivated by the hope …
The mirror has existed as one of the most important objects throughout human history. The mirror, which is much more than an ordinary object, has a deep history. Ancient ruins found in archaeological excavations indicate that in some civilizations the mirror was used as an ornament, while in others it was left next to the …
Australian photographer Tony Hewitt and Canadian photographer Blake Randall have won top prizes in the 2023 International Landscape Photographer of the Year competition. Hewitt was named Landscape Photographer of the Year for his impressive portfolio, while his single shot of birches showing Blake’s reflection in water was deemed the most impressive photo of the entire …
Derinkuyu Underground City is one of the most remarkable underground cities in the Cappadocia region. Located in the mysterious depths of history, Derinkuyu is a mysterious structure that sheds light on human history and legends. This underground city of Cappadocia contains a story beyond time, revealing incredible events and technological wisdom in ancient times. This …
La Rinconada comes to life as the highest settlement in the world, on the sky-high peaks of Peru. However, this altitude is not just a geographical feature, it is also a difficult reality that deeply affects the lives of those who live there. Health problems caused by high altitudes, lack of hygiene and harsh working …
Mel’s Hole is known as the legendary legend of a “bottomless pit” near Ellensburg, Washington. This story was sparked by allegations from a guest on the Coast to Coast AM radio show using the name Mel Waters. Waters claimed there was a mysterious hole on a rural property located nine miles (14 km) west of …
The wealthiest names around the world attract attention with the ‘doomsday decisions’ they implement one after another. It was revealed that famous US billionaires Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos were secretly building mansions with underground shelters. It is stated that everyone involved in this construction process, from carpenters to electricians, from painters to security guards, …
Jews determine the boundaries of religion with national elements and, based on their holy books, see themselves as God’s chosen superior people. In their understanding of election, being descended from the prophets, God’s love for them and the covenant he made with them are among the most important themes. The importance of lineage and the …
Known as a mysterious and fascinating treasure of Central Asia, Issyk Kul Kul is the meeting point of extraordinary stories, deep history and the magnificent beauty of nature. This lake has a structure that fascinates people not only with the clarity of its waters, but also with its thousands of years of legends and history. …
Avicenna or Abu Ali Sina, also known as Avicenna in the Western world, is one of the prominent scientists of the Golden Age of Islam. He was born in 980 in the village of Efşene, near the city of Bukhara in today’s Uzbekistan. Ibn Sina, who wrote works in fields such as medicine, astronomy and …
