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green, even in times of drought. That's partly because the tree's leaves curl up and close at night, which allows rain to more easily pass through to the ground. There are a few other reasons, too. The first is the tree's large canopy, which keeps the ground below shaded and cool...
Scenic World is one of the best places to visit in the Blue Mountains. At this one spot, you can ride the world’s steepest railway, stand on the roof of the Skyway, ride on the Southern Hemisphere’s steepest cable car, and walk on boardwalk trails through the rainforest. For those ...
The River Wonders is one of the must-visit places in Singapore, offering an unforgettable experience for visitors. It boasts the largest freshwater aquarium in the world, making it a highlight of any Singapore tour package. The rainforest setting of the park adds to its allure, inviting touris...
literature, due to politics or remoteness. Some regions are not well represented because cultural burning was understudied in some biomes like the tundra or rainforest. However, emerging research and Indigenous Knowledge is demonstrating that cultural burning is a widespread practice,e...
In the heart of the Costa Rican rainforest, a little-known spectacle unfolds above a very special pond. Up to ten thousand gliding tree frogs – the world’s largest known gathering of its kind – descend from the canopy for the most important breeding event of the year. It will only la...
"Planet Earth," the runaway hit documentary series made by the BBC and the Discovery Channel, is more than a nature show. The "Planet Earth" crew has captured images of the planet that have never before been seen. How did they slowly float above the canopy of the Amazon rainforest? How...
Aside from the dangers of snipers and paramilitaries, who would capture us were we to be shot down, the area is also dotted with landmines. Above is a dome of clear blue sky; below us the luscious green rainforest unfurls like a huge carpet to the endless horizon, just part of the ...
Jamaica is one of the best places where you can find breathtaking falls, steep mountain ranges and a lot more! Learn and check our travel guide to Jamaica!
Must-see Costa Rica waterfalls around the central Pacific coast include the Nauyaca Waterfalls (also called the Baru Waterfalls), a set of 2 sequential cascades set in the heart of the rainforest. From the Nauyaca Waterfalls Nature Park (where you’ll pay the waterfall entrance fee), it’s...