Man cannot discover new oceans unless he dares to lose sight of the shore. Andre Gide
Archaeological excavations carried out in the Topraktepe Ancient City (anciently known as Eirenopolis) in the Ermenek district of Karaman witnessed a very remarkable discovery that shed light on the early Christian period of Anatolia. According to the statement made by Karaman Governorship, in the ancient city five carbonated loaves of bread remains were detected. Authorities …
At first glance, a sculpture at first glance welcomes visitors at the academgorodok campus of Novosibirsk, one of the regions of Russia, which is identified with science: the laboratory mouse monument. This original work is a monument of gratitude dedicated to the invisible heroes – laboratory mice – beyond being an artistic work. The sculpture, …
Istanbul is a metropolis that has gained worldwide fame as a city that bears the traces of thousands of years of civilization and fascinates with its cultural and historical richness. Every corner of this fascinating city is filled with unique buildings that reflect the influence of different empires throughout history. However, there is a lot …
Loktak Lake is a unique freshwater lake located in the northeastern state of Manipur in India. The lake attracts attention not only with its natural beauty, but also with its unique features in the world. This lake, known for its floating islets called phumdi, stands out with both its ecological richness and cultural importance. It …
Nature continues to fascinate us with its ever-changing and surprising powers. Some natural phenomena that exist on Earth are so extraordinary and interesting that their reality almost resembles a legend. Wonders of nature such as walking trees, boiling lakes and blue lava show what a deep secret our planet holds. Each of them appears as …
Although purple is one of the secondary colors of cold tones, it has turned into a radical symbol that attracts attention throughout history. When we look at the flags of 195 recognized countries in the world, we notice that the color purple does not appear at all. The interesting historical fact behind this is that …
The Surinam frog (Pipa pipa) stands out as one of nature’s most strange and fascinating creatures. This extraordinary amphibian, which lives in the tropical wetlands of South America, attracts attention with both its physical characteristics and incredible breeding habits. This frog, distinguished from other species by its flat body, triangular-shaped head and small black eyes, …
Although archaeological excavations and discoveries throughout history have shed light on the human past, some ancient ruins and objects have still not been fully explained by modern science. Extraordinary structures, mysterious objects and forgotten cities found all over the world sometimes bring mythology and science closer together, while also bringing up unanswered questions about the …
Located in China’s Hunan province, Wulingyuan is home to one of nature’s most impressive creations, the spectacular landscapes that inspired James Cameron’s movie “Avatar.” This fascinating region opens the doors to a fantasy world with its towering quartzite columns, deep valleys, dense forests and stunning waterfalls. UNESCO World Heritage listLocated in wulingyuanappears to be the …
North Korea is known as one of the most closed and mysterious countries in the world. But this does not mean that we do not know anything about the daily life of the people living there. In fact, most of us know that this country is different from others and is governed by strict rules. …
Located in the waters of the Caribbean, within Colombia, Santa Cruz del Islote is the most populous island in the world. On this small island, the size of only two football fields, a community of 1200 people lives in 97 houses. However, there is much more to the island than its size. Living on this …
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, …
57-year-old Mustafa Halıcıoğlu, who lives on the street where Mimar Sinan’s house is located in Kayseri, made an unexpected discovery when he started the renovation of his house 5 years ago. While renovating his house, he discovered that there was an underground city under his house dating back 2,000 years. After this exciting discovery, Mustafa …
Manshiyat Nasser is an interesting and special area of Cairo. Part of the Egyptian capital Cairo, this region has its own unique character and lifestyle. Especially famous for its “Garbage City” neighborhood, Manshiyat Nasser is home to Cairo’s largest community of garbage collectors, the Zabbaleen. However, the region faces many difficulties in daily life due …
The floods that have occurred in the USA in recent days due to heavy rains turned the world-famous Burning Man festival area into a swamp and left the festival participants stranded. After this incident, tens of thousands of people had to wait in traffic for long hours to leave the festival area. The tail was …
Aynoros; It is located in the easternmost of the three narrow and long peninsulas in the Balkans extending from the Halkidiki peninsula of Greece to the Aegean Sea. While this region constitutes an important center of Eastern Orthodox monasteries, it has an autonomous form of administration within the Greek Republic. Aynoroz is a special residential …
There are different geographies, cultures and natural beauties in our world. Some places take people deep into history, while others offer spectacular views. Some host exciting nature activities, while others offer tranquility that rests our minds and souls. Among all these riches, some of the most impressive places in the world that fascinate people, fascinate …
Sealand is a micronation on a maritime platform off the British coast. A micronation or Micronation is generally defined as an entity that claims sovereignty over a very small area and is not recognized by any international organization or state. Roughs Tower is a sea tower located in the North Sea, in the south east …