Nestled high up in the Swiss Alps, between the Jungfrau and Mönch mountains, lies Jungfraujoch, a spectacular train station that looks like a supervillain’s secret base. At an altitude of almost 3,500 meters, Jungfraujoch is Europe’s highest train station and a marvel of human engineering that has been around for over a century. In the …
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The Solvay Hut is a mountain refuge located on the northeastern ridge of the Matterhorn, near Zermatt in Switzerland. At an elevation of 4,003 meters (13,133 feet), it is the highest mountain hut owned by the Swiss Alpine Club, the largest mountaineering organization in Switzerland. The primary purpose of mountain huts is to provide food and …
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Tucked away in the remote northwest corner of Iran is the village of Kandovan that is not only famous for its scenic beauty, but also for the unique dwellings of its residents. Many of its homes have been made in caves located in cone-shaped, naturally formed compressed volcanic ash formations that make the landscape look …
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Bears may seem to be ferocious animals, however, there are countries where these species are raised under the protection of humans, who establish beautiful relationships that exude unlimited love and friendship with each other. Picture-perfect example of what “a bear hug” is. Archie is a loving adopted bear. It seems that, in Russia, a fairy …
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Measuring up to 99-centimeters-long, and weighing up to 14 kilograms, Aplysia vaccaria, also known as the black sea hare or California black sea hare, is the world’s largest sea slug. I knew slugs could get pretty large, but i never imagined one as big and heavy as a medium-sized dog. Then again, Aplysia vaccaria, is a very rare sight, even …
High up in the jungle peaks of Flores Island in Indonesia is an ancient, extremely isolated village, with beautiful views. Image credit: Sari Soemargo-Kessler Lying at an altitude of 4,200 feet (1,280 meters), the village of Wae Rebo has been occupied by the Manggaraian people for almost 2,000 years, and their lifestyle has not changed …
Ever wondered where the most secluded cabin in the Swiss Alps could be situated? Well, here’s an odds-on contender. Image credit: Zen Hiking Switzerland OK, here it is from up close. And someone is waving ‘hello’ to you from there, ain’t it so? Can you see him? Image credit: Zen Hiking Switzerland Remember the alpine …
The barreleye fish might look like a submarine, but its transparent head and tubular eyes are necessary to navigate the 2,500-feet-deep waters in which it dwells. And scientists have now solved the half-century-old mystery of how it uses them. The barreleye fish has tubular eyes that are extremely light-sensitive and can rotate within a transparent, …
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A Northern California couple out walking their dog in February 2013 on their Gold Country property stumbled across a modern-day bonanza: $10million in rare, mint-condition gold coins buried in the shadow of an old tree. Nearly all of the 1,427 coins, dating from 1847 to 1894, are in uncirculated, mint condition, said David Hall, co-founder …
Dogs are often considered our best friends, but hold on puppies, because a Japanese diver has discovered an unusual and special friendship with a fish. Yes, you heard it right, a fishy friendship that will make you believe in underwater miracles. Read the article because this dynamic duo is making waves! Underwater friendship is real. During one of his dives over 25 years ago, Hiroyuki Arakawa …
