The oldest known gold artifacts were found in the Varna Necropolis, a burial site dating back to 4,560-4,450 BC, on the Bulgarian coast of the Black Sea. Internationally considered to be one of the key prehistoric archaeological sites in the world, the Varna Necropolis (also known as the Varna Cemetery) is a large burial site in the western industrial zone of Varna. It … [Read more...] about “Oldest Gold of Humankind” Found in Varna Necropolis Was Buried 6,500 Years Ago
Local Crochet Class Makes Giant Canopy to Provide Shade in Extremely Hot Spanish Town
In Southern Spain, beating the heat in the summer can literally be an art – and the town of Alhaurín de la Torre in Malaga is no exception. Local crochet teacher Eva Pacheco and her class decided to stand up for the challenge by creating a massive patchwork of crocheted squares to cover the main shopping area in the center of town. The end result speaks for … [Read more...] about Local Crochet Class Makes Giant Canopy to Provide Shade in Extremely Hot Spanish Town
The Croatian Town of Zadar Has a Real Sea Organ and You Can Listen to Its Symphony
Nestled along the waterfront of Zadar, Croatia, lies a remarkable fusion of architecture and music known as the Sea Organ (‘Morske orgulje’ in Croatian). This unique installation, designed by architect Nikola Bašić, has been mesmerizing both visitors and locals since its inauguration on April 15, 2005. At first glance, the Sea Organ appears to be a series of large marble … [Read more...] about The Croatian Town of Zadar Has a Real Sea Organ and You Can Listen to Its Symphony
Woman Goes Above And Beyond For A Toad Who Decided To Live In Her Shoe
It's been her summer home for 2 years in a row 😂 One evening last year, a little green visitor arrived unexpectedly to Sita Hood's front porch. The visitor was a toad — and she showed no hesitation when it came to making herself at home. Hood could have given that audacious amphibian the boot. But instead she offered a shoe. The toad evidently enjoyed that first … [Read more...] about Woman Goes Above And Beyond For A Toad Who Decided To Live In Her Shoe
Canine Knights Existed, As These Surviving Pieces of Dog Armor Testify
From battlefields to royal courts, medieval dog armors stand as fascinating relics of a bygone era, offering insights into the unique bonds between humans and their loyal canine companions. Within the grand halls of the Royal Armory at the Royal Palace in Madrid lies a curious relic – a suit of armor meticulously crafted, not for a valiant knight, but for a loyal canine … [Read more...] about Canine Knights Existed, As These Surviving Pieces of Dog Armor Testify