In the 1970s, archaeologists in Bulgaria stumbled upon a vast Copper Age necropolis from the 5th millennium BC containing the oldest golden artifacts ever discovered near the modern-day city of Varna. But it was not until they reached grave 43 that they realized the real significance of the finding. Inside burial 43 they unearthed the remains of a high status male buried … [Read more...] about Varna Man and the Wealthiest Grave of the 5th Millennium BC
Extraordinary Photo: Moon’s Saturn-like Disguise Captured by Photographer
Guatemalan photographer Francisco Sojuel had an unforgettable experience during his climb up the Acatenango volcano one Christmas Eve in 2019. While stationed at the basecamp, Sojuel was treated to a mesmerizing sight in the nighttime heavens. Just before sunrise, in the early morning hours, he looked up and witnessed an awe-inspiring phenomenon—a ring of clouds encircling the … [Read more...] about Extraordinary Photo: Moon’s Saturn-like Disguise Captured by Photographer
Cliffs of Moher
The Cliffs of Moher (/ˈmʌhər/; Irish: Aillte an Mhothair)[1] are sea cliffs located at the southwestern edge of the Burren region in County Clare, Ireland.[2][3] They run for about 14 kilometres (9 miles). At their southern end, they rise 120 metres (390 ft) above the Atlantic Ocean at Hag's Head, and, 8 … [Read more...] about Cliffs of Moher
West Antarctic Ice Sheet
The Western Antarctic Ice Sheet (WAIS) is the segment of the continental ice sheet that covers West Antarctica, the portion of Antarctica on the side of the Transantarctic Mountains that lies in the Western Hemisphere. The WAIS is classified as a marine-based ice sheet, meaning that its bed lies well below sea level and its edges flow into floating ice shelves. The WAIS is … [Read more...] about West Antarctic Ice Sheet
Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan
Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan (西山温泉慶雲館)[1] is an onsen—a Japanese hot spring spa—in the Yamanashi Prefecture. Founded in 705 by Fujiwara Mahito, it is a prime example of shinise ("long-established business") and perhaps the oldest independent company in operation following the acquisition of construction company Kongō Gumi in 2006. In 2011, … [Read more...] about Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan