A mesmerizing photo shared by NASA has gone viral, capturing an unusual sunrise over the Persian Gulf that bears an uncanny resemblance to a pair of devil horns. This stunning visual was captured by photographer Elias Chasiotis, who was on vacation in Al Wakrah, Qatar, specifically to witness the solar eclipse. Chasiotis first posted the intriguing image on his Facebook page … [Read more...] about ‘Devil Horns’: Photo of Sunrise Over Persian Gulf During Eclipse Captures Incredible Phenomenon
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Yakhchāl: A Persian Marvel of Ice Production and Storage
Yakhchāl (Persian: یخچال; yakh meaning "ice" and chāl meaning "pit") is an ancient type of evaporative cooler. It was developed in Persia over 2,400 years ago, and was used to produce and store ice in the desert. Yakhchāls are large, conical structures with a thick, insulated interior. They are typically made of mud brick or stone, and are often decorated with intricate … [Read more...] about Yakhchāl: A Persian Marvel of Ice Production and Storage