Journal Archive
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Continue reading →: The mythical Shazdeh Garden in Mahan, Kerman Province, IranShazdeh Garden is one of the 9 registered Persian Gardens on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
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Continue reading →: SUMMER ON THE MOUNTAINSVAL DI FASSA FASSA VALLEY https://maps.app.goo.gl/mS1DTXxw8b2C3UhE7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy
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Continue reading →: “Library at Mafra National Palace, Portugal”The Rococo library, situated at the back of the second floor, is truly the highlight of this palace, rivalling the grandeur of the library of the Melk Abbey in Austria. Built by Manuel Caetano de Sousa, this library is 88 m long, 9.5 m wide and 13 m high. The…
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Continue reading →: CaravanseraisCaravanserais were roadside inns along major trade routes like the ancient Silk Road, that doubled as hubs for the exchange of goods, ideas and culture. The journeys of merchants and their caravans along the Silk Road through the Middle East, Central Asia, and North Africa would have been much more…
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Continue reading →: Gilt silver pitcher of the Rogozen Treasure, Vratsa region, Bulgaria. It was discovered in 1985.The overall number of the vessels in this treasure amounted to 165 (1 golden and 164 silver vessles), something unobserved to this day. It turned out that the treasure was weighing 20 kg (108 shallow dishes – vials, 54 decanters and 3 ordinary cups). It became clear the find could…
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Continue reading →: Eggplant Parmigiana: Secrets and Variations for a Perfect Dish “La Parmigiana di Melanzane”Eggplant parmigiana is a classic of Neapolitan cuisine, a dish rich in flavors and textures that evokes summer and tradition. But like any iconic dish, there are tricks and secrets to making it truly unforgettable.
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Continue reading →: Villa Girasole: A Sun-Chasing Marvel in the Heart of VenetoNestled in the picturesque hills of Marcellise, near Verona, lies an architectural marvel that defies convention: Villa Girasole, the sun-chasing house. This extraordinary building, a testament to human ingenuity and a love for nature, is a must-see for any architecture enthusiast or curious traveler.
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Continue reading →: Masada An ancient Fortress located atop a rugged plateau Overlooking the Dead Sea in IsraelMasada is an ancient fortification in southern Israel, located on top of an isolated rock plateau, similar to a mesa. It is located on the eastern edge of the Judaean Desert, overlooking the Dead Sea, 20 kilometers (12 miles) east of Arad. Herod the Great constructed two palaces for himself…
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Continue reading →: Megafloods: Cataclysmic Events in Earth’s HistoryMegafloods are rare, but when they occur, they can reshape landscapes and leave behind remarkable evidence of their destructive power.
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Continue reading →: The Missoula Floods: A Deep Dive into Earth’s Greatest Flood EventThe Missoula Floods are a testament to the immense power of nature and the dynamic processes that shape our planet. They also serve as a reminder of the importance of understanding past events in order to prepare for potential future hazards.
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Continue reading →: Voynich manuscriptThe Voynich manuscript is an illustrated codex that is hand-written in an unidentified script referred to as ‘Voynichese’. [18] The vellum on which it is written has been carbon-dated to the early 15th century (1404–1438) Stylistic analysis has indicated that the manuscript may have been composed in Italy during the…
