Sell everything you own. Longing for inner peace, who hasn’t thought of doing this at some point? Well, some have done it. In 9th-century Greece, ascetics sought seclusion from worldly travails by climbing the towering cliffs of the Pindus Mountains in Thessaly. Amid these pillar-like formations, they found blissful quietude. The view from these cliffs was a religious … [Read more...] about Monks Built ‘Floating’ Cliff Monasteries on Rock Pillars in the Clouds 700 Years Ago—Here’s Why
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The Heartwarming World of Donkey Nannies: A Shepherd’s Secret Weapon
In the rolling hills of Italy, amidst the tranquil pastures and sun-kissed plains, a heartwarming tradition has quietly thrived for centuries: the use of donkey nannies. For those unfamiliar, donkey nannies are not a whimsical invention of folklore but rather a practical and endearing solution employed by Italian shepherds to care for their youngest charges – newborn … [Read more...] about The Heartwarming World of Donkey Nannies: A Shepherd’s Secret Weapon
This 3D Crosswalk in Iceland Slows Down Traffic with a Stunning Optical Illusion
By effectively slowing down traffic, this 3D crosswalk in Iceland is making the streets safer – and more fun to cross. Ísafjörður, a small fishing town in Iceland with barely more than 2,500 inhabitants, has shown how to use artistic illusion to help with public safety and traffic issues. The local government, in cooperation with Vegamálun GÍH, a company for painting … [Read more...] about This 3D Crosswalk in Iceland Slows Down Traffic with a Stunning Optical Illusion
Witnessing Nature’s Miracle: The Spectacular Desierto Florido in the Atacama Desert
The Atacama Desert in Chile is one of the driest places on Earth, with an average of less than 1 mm of rainfall per year. Despite this harsh environment, the desert occasionally undergoes a magical transformation due to a rare climatic event known as El Niño. This weather phenomenon brings unexpected rains to the desert, triggering the growth of vibrant wildflowers. This … [Read more...] about Witnessing Nature’s Miracle: The Spectacular Desierto Florido in the Atacama Desert
Fearless Chinese Workers Brave Perilous Cliff to Build Spectacular Mountain Road
In the heart of Pingjiang county, Hunan Province, a group of 21 courageous workers is defying gravity and danger to construct China's longest sightseeing mountain road. Their commitment to this perilous project is astonishing, especially considering the absence of safety equipment beyond hard hats. Every day, these fearless builders walk the treacherous path along a cliff, … [Read more...] about Fearless Chinese Workers Brave Perilous Cliff to Build Spectacular Mountain Road