In the barren highlands of the Andes in Bolivia and Peru, there is a rare and endangered plant that stands tall and proud, earning the title of the world’s largest bromeliad. Known as the "Queen of the Andes," the Puya raimondii is a marvel of nature that blooms only once in a century, making its appearance a truly remarkable and sought-after event. With over 3,000 species … [Read more...] about The World’s Largest Bromeliad, ‘Queen of the Andes’, Blooms Only Once in a Century
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In Heartwarming Video, Her Corgis are Seen Waiting to Bid The Queen Farewell in The Forecourt of Windsor Castle.
Muick and Sandy, the corgis of the Queen, are waiting to welcome Her Majesty in the front courtyard of Windsor Castle. Prince William greeted British citizens and informed one woman that the late queen's corgis are in excellent care while paying a surprise visit to the line of mourners lining up to pay their respects to the coffin at Westminster. In a video shot by Sky News, … [Read more...] about In Heartwarming Video, Her Corgis are Seen Waiting to Bid The Queen Farewell in The Forecourt of Windsor Castle.
What Is the Purpose of Queen Elizabeth II’s Burial in a Lead-Lined Coffin?
All Royals are, but it has nothing to do with ensuring Henry VIII doesn’t rise from the dead in search of a future ex-wife. The death of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom is unlikely to have slipped your notice. Aside from a multitude of unusual rituals surrounding her death (such as the Informing of the Bees), one peculiar truth has emerged: her coffin will weigh a … [Read more...] about What Is the Purpose of Queen Elizabeth II’s Burial in a Lead-Lined Coffin?
The One Thing We All Shared With Queen Elizabeth II
Her beloved corgis even had their own room ❤️ Aside from her commitment to duty, family, and country over a historic 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered for her love of animals, notably her beloved corgis. Her Majesty owned more than 30 corgis over her lifetime! "She loves animals and she truly enjoys dogs," royal biographer Ingrid Seward recently told … [Read more...] about The One Thing We All Shared With Queen Elizabeth II
A Melodic Cockatiel Sings Queen Songs While Perched on the Arm of a Freddie Mercury Doll
MAY-cyan, a highly melodious cockatiel, whistled a fantastic combination of two legendary Queen songs, "Another One Bites the Dust" and "Radio Gaga," while resting on the yellow leather jacketed arm of a doll created in the likeness of the late great Freddie Mercury. MAY-cyan sometimes plays the same medley in a slightly different way. MAY-cyan can also perform one of … [Read more...] about A Melodic Cockatiel Sings Queen Songs While Perched on the Arm of a Freddie Mercury Doll