Spanish Arch
The Spanish Arch still stands today, though in 1755 it was partially destroyed by a tidal wave generated by the major earthquake in Lisbon that year.
‘Diwalloween’ Means Lights, Sweets, and Spooky Treats
Last year, I prepared a Halloween brunch buffet that included toad-shaped steamed buns, a severed charcuterie arm, and green mac and cheese served in a smoking bin of toxic waste.
Much Marcle Ancient Yew
The tree supports a diverse ecosystem, providing habitat for various species of wildlife, and its hardy nature exemplifies the yew’s importance in both cultural and environmental heritage.
Alresford’s Napoleonic Graves
Located opposite the west door of the church, the graves are a poignant reminder of the lives of these individuals who found themselves in captivity in a foreign land.
How to properly fit a ski helmet to ensure maximum safety?
Below, you’ll find detailed tips to help with the selection and fit of a helmet—from the correct sizes to ventilation technologies and adjustment options, such as removable ear pads.
St. Olave’s Priory
His influence spread across Europe, and the respect he received in East Anglia points to strong trade and cultural ties between that region and Scandinavia during the early Middle Ages.
The Alabama Hills: Visit California’s Most Filmed Rock Formations
Located between the snow-covered peaks of the Sierra Nevada and the rugged Inyo Mountains, the Alabama Hills National Scenic Area is a breathtaking spot where visitors can hike, admire vibrant wildflower blooms every spring, and reenact stills from iconic films such as Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained.
A Fossilized Forest in Japan
The Tomizawa site is said to be the only place in the world where such an old fossilized forest was found alongside human settlement remains spanning centuries, from the Neolithic period to the Middle Ages and beyond.
This Winter, Give the Gift of Palm Springs
Rustic whitewashed and red wood walls lend the property the air of a luxe rural retreat or, as some have described it, “a summer camp for adults.” Guests are encouraged to unplug and relax in spacious television free rooms and an on-site massage tent.
‘Little Italy’
On closer inspection, you can see the structures are miniatures of some of Italy’s most famous landmarks, including Florence’s Duomo, Venice’s Rialto Bridge, as well as Rome’s Mouth of Truth.
Pink Muhly Grass
The delicate flowers of this hardy plant bloom in fluffy clumps when the weather begins cool, giving the grass its famed pink (and occasionally, purple) hue.
The Startling History of the Jump Scare
Church also says that post-horror films “tend to deny audiences the jump scare as a reliever of tension,” embracing open-ended narratives and remixing classic horror tropes through an art cinema lens.
How a Newspaper Revolution Led to the ‘Wide Awakes’—and the Civil War
Adding militaristic uniforms, torch-lit midnight rallies, and an open eye as their all-seeing symbol, a new movement was born, which I chronicle in my recent book, Wide Awake: The Forgotten Force that Elected Lincoln and Spurred the Civil War.
Lake Chelan
Because the rugged terrain is not conducive to road building, vessels plying Lake Chelan (pronounced “sheh-LAN”) formed a major part of the local transportation infrastructure until well into the 20th century, and remain important even to this day.
Ancient Melancholy Man
Over time, plants have slowly covered up the statue only to be cut back so that the Ancient Melancholy Man can gaze upon the visitors to Holland Park once again.
Pentidattilo
It was first settled back in the seventh century BC, and built underneath a big hand-shaped rock—the name derives from the Greek words penta and daktylos, or “five fingers.”
Ybykty Canyon
The unusual composition of materials and differing rates of erosion have resulted in unique formations, with the sculpting process aided by occasional rainfall to sharpen the edges and fine-tune the corners.