The New Seven Wonders of the World
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World have been dethroned by the Seven New Wonders of the World: do you know them?
Halligen – The Islands of Germany that Are Slowly Disappearing
In medieval times there were even 50, while in 1600 there were 25. Today they are only ten. They are the Halligen, small islands between the North Frisian Islands of the North Sea, on the border between Germany and Denmark.…
This Lake in Costa Rica May Kill You if You Even Go Near It
There is a wonderful lake in Costa Rica, with breathtaking colors and pastel shades ranging from pink to blue to green. Sadly, it is as beautiful as deadly. Its pH reaches even zero while the bottom is covered by liquid…
Interrail in Europe: Our top 5 destinations
Interrail Destinations in Europe: Our top 5 recommendations.
There Is a Beautiful Rainbow Mountain in Perù Called Vinicunca
There is a magical place in Peru where you can walk in a rainbow of colors. People call it the “rainbow mountain”, but its geographical name is Vinicunca. Its particular color is due to the fact that millions of years…
Scientists Have Discovered a Sea of Freshwater Beneath the Ocean
A sea of freshwater under the salt ocean. It seems a paradox, but it is real. A research group at Columbia University has discovered a giant freshwater aquifer trapped in porous sediments. In fact, it is below the vast expanse…
Akarmara – The Mining Town Reclaimed by Nature in Only 20 Years
Trees and vegetation have invaded houses and streets. Welcome to Akarmara, the former Soviet city of Abkhazia, a Caucasian territory claimed by Georgia. Actually it is an independent region – and in recent years it has become a forest. It…
This Indian Lake Is So Polluted, It Keeps Catching Fire
There is an Indian lake that is always burning making life difficult for locals. It is Lake Bellandur in Bangalore and once again, the only one responsible for this phenomenon is man. The fires, in fact, would be the result…
The Birthplace of Human Kind was in Botswana, Scientists Claim
Scientists are sure to have discovered the exact birthplace of human kind, the true “Garden of Eden”. In fact, it is the vast fertile area south of the Zambezi River in Botswana. A new study published in the journal Nature is…
Victoria Falls Are Now Completely Drained Due to Drought
The effects of global warming are now visible everywhere in the world, even in places far away from us. Take Africa, for example.
Earthworms Are Among the Most Important Animals on the Planet
The earthworm is certainly not an animal that many people pay attention to. Yet it is one of the most important living things on the planet. Without earthworms, in fact, the soil would not have characteristics suitable for plant growth.…
The Oldest Forest in the World Is in New York City and Is Really Old
When did the first forests, as we know them today, appear on Earth? According to a new study published in Current Biology much earlier than we think. In fact, researchers have discovered, in an area of the Catskill region near…
5,000 Camels Have Been Shot Down to Preserve Water in Australia
The fires in Australia are a huge tragedy, with consequences not only for people but also for animals. In fact, Australian snipers had to kill more than 5000 wild camels to save water to put out the fires. The reason behind…
This Mysterious Pacific Island Did Not Exist Until a Few Years Ago
In December 2014, in the middle of the Pacific, a new island was born following a violent underwater volcanic eruption. Today, more than 5 years later, this small Pacific island is under special surveillance by NASA. According to the American…
Chinese Paddlefish Is the First Animal to Be Officially Extinct in 2020
Chinese paddlefish is the first animal in 2020, and in the new decade, to be officially declared extinct. The confirmation of this comes from Chinese researchers, according to whom we can now speak of definitive extinction. In fact, it was…
Indonesia Is About to Ban Tourism on the Island of Komodo
The Indonesian Government is considering extending the ban to tourists on the island of Komodo. Initially, Indonesia had decided to ban tourist visits to the island for only one year. However, the government is considering prolonging the ban for at…
It Looks Like the Maldives, But This Lake in Siberia Is a Toxic Waste Dump
It is so blue that people compare it to the sea in the Maldives. Yet this beautiful lake in Siberia is actually a toxic waste dump. We are in the city of Novosibirsk, 2,800 kilometers from Moscow, Russia. And the…
There Is An Elevated Bike Path for Cycling Through the Trees
If you think you can't ride in trees, you're wrong. In Belgium, in fact, in Hechtel-Eksel in the Limburg district, cycling on treetops is a reality. How? Thanks to an incredible elevated bike path through the beautiful coniferous forests of Pijnven. A…
How Mass Tourism Has Ruined Some of the Pacific Islands
Mass tourism is devastating the Pacific islands. From Thailand to Bali, there has been a real boom of visitors in recent years. However, it is not only the fault of Westerners. In fact, many of the tourists come from China…
This Wolves Shelter Allows You to Sleep Surrounded by Wild Nature
In Bosnia you can sleep in the mountains with wild nature around inside a wolves shelter. Its name is Vukov Konak, which literally means "wolf-in". This lodge was born more than 100 years ago and even witnessed the war in Sarajevo…
Tree Bridges in India Become Stronger as Trees Grow
They are not the tallest or longest bridges in the world. In fact, they are a series of river crossings consisting of tree roots. These are real tree bridges that rise above rivers and ravines in Meghalaya in northeastern India. They…
Tasmania Says No to Building a Chinese Resort in Front of National Park
The Freycinet National Park, near Swanse, would have had a spectacular view of the national park. This is the name of the resort that the Chinese intended to build in Tasmania. However, their plans did not go as they had…
Central Japan – The Wonder of Nature in The Winter Season
Discovering Japan in winter is an unforgettable adventure that will delight even the most demanding traveller. In fact, the twilight lights that reflect on the snow create a suggestive atmosphere. In central Japan, between Tokyo and Kyoto, there are some…
This Star Train Takes You in the Middle of Nowhere to See the Milky Way
A train to the middle of nowhere. That is the best way to admire the stars. The Great Star Star Train at the Nevada Northern Railway Museum is so coveted that it is sold out every year. It offers an…
On New Year’s Eve, Think Outside the Box by Taking an Alternative Trip
No more photos under the tree but selfie on the beach or on a camel in the desert. The latest trend for New Year's Eve is setting aside classic destinations and aiming at secondary destinations to live special and unusual experiences.…