This (totally) outdoor hotel in the Swiss Alps Alps called the Null Stern Hotel has no facilities and the nearest public loo is a ten-minute walk away. But why need a toilet when you can unite with nature – even that way. Located 6,463 feet above sea level, the hotel has only one room – for 250 euros a night. Its name means “zero stars” in German. “The star is not the … [Read more...] about This Hotel in the Swiss Alps Has No Walls or Roof, Only 100% Nature
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Tufted Coquette Revived at Asa Wright Nature Preserve
This little Tufted Coquette was so exhausted it had to be revived at Asa Wright Nature Preserve, Trinidad, before flying off replenished. Photo and caption by Linda Mason Perlin. The Asa Wright Nature Preserve is a haven for wildlife, and it seems this tiny Tufted Coquette needed a little help recently. Thankfully, the staff at the preserve were able to revive the exhausted … [Read more...] about Tufted Coquette Revived at Asa Wright Nature Preserve
The Bosco Verticale (Vertical Forest) Bringing Nature to Milan
The Bosco Verticale (Vertical Forest) are two residential towers in Milan designed by Boeri Studio (Stefano Boeri, Gianandrea Barreca, and Giovanni La Varra). The towers are located in the Porta Nuova district of Milan, Italy. They have a height of 116 metres (381 ft) and 84 m (276 ft) and within the complex is an 11-storey office building. The distinctive feature of the … [Read more...] about The Bosco Verticale (Vertical Forest) Bringing Nature to Milan
Uber-wealthy couple makes unprecedented move with $300 million land: ‘To protect nature from being devoured’
In a remarkable display of philanthropy, Kris Tompkins, former CEO of Patagonia, and her late husband Doug Tompkins, co-founder of The North Face Inc. and Esprit, made history with an extraordinary $345 million land donation in South America. Their unprecedented gift, completed in 2019, stands as the largest private land donation ever recorded, reflecting a commitment to … [Read more...] about Uber-wealthy couple makes unprecedented move with $300 million land: ‘To protect nature from being devoured’
It’s Wild How Nature Weaves the Various Turtle Shell Patterns
Nature's creative prowess knows no bounds, and one striking testament to its artistic ingenuity lies in the diverse and captivating patterns adorning the shells of various turtle species. A captivating photo by Garden State Tortoise showcases nine exemplary specimens, each a unique masterpiece. From the eastern box turtle to the European pond turtle, the array of patterns is a … [Read more...] about It’s Wild How Nature Weaves the Various Turtle Shell Patterns