An often overlooked feature of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are the marble caves. Crystal Cave in particular is available to be toured by visitors. Some say that even if there were no sequoia trees here, the park would still exist for the caves....
The Game of Marbles: Hard Facts and Soft Theories on the Marble Trade in the Roman EmpireJ. Clayton FantDepartment of Anthropology & Classical Studies
Architect, engineer, sculptor, mathematician and designer: Filippo Brunelleschi is today remembered as the father of linear perspective and the genius engineer behind the Florence Cathedral’s incredible dome. Along with his friend Donatello, Brunelleschi remains one of the most important figures in ...
(156 square miles). Most of the islands are located along Croatia’s portion of the coast with cliffs, caves and karst topography. The islands and surrounding seas are known for their high biodiversity, with 7,000 plant and animal species have been identified, with 120 considered threatened ...
Africa is home to 55 countries, an ancient and complex history, modern cities, some 3,000 languages and over a billion people. From Algeria to Zimbabwe, here’s a snapshot of each country on a continent you need to know more about.
Oscars prefer a dimly lit tank. They are not very active during the day and prefer to sleep in dark places. Soft, subdued lighting is best for Oscars. Oscars are territorial and need hiding places. Driftwood, caves, and plants are all good options for providing hiding places for Oscars. ...
Caves, a natural refuge of humans, have also been used for the dead. The ancientHebrewsused natural single-chamber caves andhewedoblong recesses lengthwise into the walls to accommodate the dead, a custom that encouraged the building ofmausoleums. At first regarded as sacred places, they came ...
the Earth (including caves and ruined castles). Yet other Dragons (such as Victorian Hawk) can be found within their Realms of Fantasy, still 'hoarding their treasure' of Fantasy Write. In any case, there is one detail you can be sure of: all Dragons shall endure 'to the end of time...