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Glaciers shaping our planet: Perito Moreno, Jostedalsbreen, Vatnajökull
Glaciers represent some of the most remarkable natural formations on Earth. These ice masses form over centuries through the compression of snow and move slowly through valleys and across mountain slopes. They shape landscapes from the Patagonian Andes to Arctic regions and store approximately 70...
Places that ordinary tourists do not see
From salt flats in Bolivia to ancient ruins in Turkish mountains, and ice formations at Lake Baikal, the collection opens access to less visited areas. Cultural sites like Quinta da Regaleira near Lisbon, the abandoned saltpeter town of Humberstone in Chile, or the fortified Berber village of...
From Roman villas to modern subway stations: the enduring story of stone mosaics
Stone mosaics adorn buildings across continents, offering insights into the artistic traditions of different eras. Roman floor mosaics feature mythological scenes and geometric patterns in villas and public baths. Byzantine wall mosaics in churches depict religious figures using gold tesserae, while...
Active volcanoes worldwide: online map
This collection brings together active volcanoes located on multiple continents, from Cotopaxi in the Ecuadorian Andes to Mount Fuji in Japan, including Vesuvius in Italy and Mauna Loa in Hawaii. Each site demonstrates different geological processes: stratovolcanoes like Mount Saint Helens and Etna...
Walking routes in Bali: rice terraces, volcanoes, waterfalls
Walking routes in Bali traverse rice terraces, waterfalls and temple complexes, offering access to the island's varied landscape and cultural sites. The trails range from the sculpted rice paddies of Tegallalang and Jatiluwih to the clifftop setting of Uluwatu Temple and the volcanic slopes of Mount...
Ski resorts in France: alpine ski areas, slopes and ski lifts
The French Alps encompass several hundred kilometers of ski slopes spread across various mountain ranges. Ski areas such as the Three Valleys, linking Courchevel, Meribel, and Val Thorens, or Paradiski, connecting La Plagne and Les Arcs, provide extensive networks suitable for both beginners and...
Remote places: deserts, islands, research stations
This collection covers places in remote deserts, isolated islands, and inaccessible mountain regions where human settlement is limited to a minimum. They range from research stations in Antarctica such as McMurdo Station and the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station to the French Kerguelen Islands in...
Places for kids' adventures in California
California offers families many places where children learn through play and exploration. From major theme parks to museums and nature centers, there are opportunities for hands-on experiences throughout the state. Children can perform scientific experiments, watch animals up close, enjoy rides, and...
Meteorite craters on Earth
Meteorite impact craters are scars on Earth's surface created when asteroids collided with our planet. These geological structures range from 110 meters to 300 kilometers in diameter and tell stories spanning millions of years. The collision created extreme heat and pressure, forging rare minerals...
Space research and UFOs: scientific facilities, museums, and observation sites
Sites dedicated to space research and UFO phenomena include scientific facilities and historic places where humans try to understand the universe and explore the question of extraterrestrial life. These sites include radio telescopes that listen to signals from space, space launch centers, labs...
Urban street art: must-visit spots in the world's big cities
Urban art transforms global cities into open-air galleries, where walls serve as canvases for artistic expression. From Miami to Berlin, from São Paulo to New Delhi, murals and graffiti redefine public spaces and encourage visitors to explore neighborhoods dedicated to this form of contemporary art....
Street art and wall paintings in cities worldwide
Street art transforms cities through color and form. In alleys, on building walls, and across public squares, artists create works that explore social issues, graphic designs, and creative visions. Urban surfaces become spaces where messages are shared and new perspectives emerge. Berlin features...
Cable car rides over mountains and cities worldwide
Cable cars connect people with mountain peaks, city neighborhoods and river valleys around the world. These transport systems offer views of natural landscapes and urban settings during the journey. Some feature rotating cabins that turn during transit, while others stand out through technical...
Stone bridges for water: old aqueducts you can still see
This selection of sites shows the impressive water structures built by people in ancient times to carry water over long distances. Roman and Ottoman engineers built aqueducts that crossed rivers and valleys, reaching up to fifty meters high. They consisted of several layers of stone arches stacked...
Oil Platforms: Offshore Extraction and Drilling
Offshore oil platforms are extraction facilities operating up to 2,450 meters below sea level. From the North Sea to the Sea of Okhotsk, from the Gulf of Mexico to the Brazilian coasts, these structures play a significant role in global energy production. Troll A in Norway rises 472 meters from the...
Renewable energy sites around the world: the most interesting installations to see
This article shows the large renewable energy sites around the world. It highlights how solar farms and wind parks fit into different landscapes. From California to China, these sites show how modern energy is made. There are wind farms in the North Sea, solar panels scattered in the Rajasthan...
These spectacular funiculars that challenge gravity
Since the 19th century, funiculars connect the tops of towns and mountains to the rest of the land. Some go up in a few minutes, where walking would take an hour. Others pass through old neighborhoods on the hills. They are part of everyday life for local residents and help visitors reach places...
The largest Ferris wheels in the world: rankings, map, and photos
Observation wheels allow the exploration of cities and their surroundings from heights ranging from 25 to 250 meters. These steel structures rotate slowly, giving visitors time to observe monuments, watercourses, and neighborhoods spread at their feet. In London, the London Eye looms over the Thames...
How Winy Maas makes buildings that belong nowhere and everywhere
Dutch architect Winy Maas, co-founder of MVRDV, designs buildings that experiment with form while keeping everyday function central. His work spans Europe and Asia, creating homes, cultural spaces, and offices that stand out in their cities. Each project responds to what a place needs, refusing to...
Jacques Herzog buildings: modern architecture, museums, stadiums
Jacques Herzog co-founded Herzog & de Meuron with Pierre de Meuron, an architecture firm that has completed projects across multiple continents. The portfolio includes museums, stadiums, residential buildings and cultural centers in Europe, Asia and the Americas. Each project responds to its...