This is the Huayna Picchu hike, famously dubbed the “Stairs of Death,” that is not for the faint-hearted. Located behind the citadel of Machu Picchu, this trail offers an exciting, breathtaking experience for the adventurous hiker. Though sounding daunting, this hike is rather safe if climbers are c
High in the remote northwestern Andes lies the Laguna de los Condores, or Lake of the Condors, which harbors a chilling secret dating back 500 years. In 1997, researchers discovered hundreds of mummies peering out from mausoleums built into the steep cliff-face surrounding this mountain lake. These
Hidden in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, the Hoover Dam features the marvel of engineering and human resourcefulness in the early 20th century. After its final touch in 1935, this enormous construction was recognized as the highest dam in the world. As the gatekeeper of Lake Mead, the colos
The Tianjin Binhai Library in China is one of a kind, and impressive. Opened in 2017, it became an ultramodern construction and a place housing millions of books. It is located in the Binhai New Area of Tianjin, representing a fast-developing district. What makes this library outstanding is its size
Above all else, passion ruled the creator of the Baroque style of sculpture in the world of architecture. Gian Lorenzo Bernini was just a 13-year-old boy when he created a bust of the surgeon Antonio Coppola. Bernini was an Italian sculptor and architect who carried the 17th-century art world into m
Colin Steer from Plymouth, UK, was decorating his front room when he noticed a dip in the carpet. Surprisingly, it turned out to be a 500-year-old well sitting under the floor in his living room. It is an incredible historical find that interests everyone and is like a window to the past. After digg
Imagine living somewhere so cold that residents are known to leave their cars on all night just so that they make it through the morning start. This is an everyday reality when speaking about the city of ‘Oymyakon.’ Oymyakon, Russia, is one of the coldest inhabited places on Earth, with temperatures
A remarkable achievement in medical history has taken place at the Texas Heart Institute. Doctors have successfully implanted BiVACOR’s total artificial heart (BTAH) inside a human being for the first time. This breakthrough offers new hope for patients with severe heart conditions and is changing t
In 1974, a group of farmers digging a well near the Xi’aang province, China, discovered pieces of what appear to be human-shaped terracotta statues. This unearthing would later lead to one of the greatest archeological discoveries done to date, a terracotta army of nearly 8000 troops. These life-siz
The Gobi desert encompasses a massive 500,000 square kilometers in Northern China. China’s loneliest highway, National Highway 315 traverses this vast inhospitable landscape. The road is also filled with some otherworldly sights that make it resemble a “Road in Mars.” Also known as the Qinghai-Xinji
Tracing back to the ingenuity of ancient civilizations, the Persians stand out with their remarkable contributions to technology and science. Among their notable inventions is the Yakhchal, widely acknowledged as the first refrigerator. But there are more Persian technological marvels that leave the
Tatyana McFadden has recently become the fastest woman to qualify for the 7th Paralympics. Her career spans 20 years with her debut in the 2004 Paralympics in Athens. During this period she has won a remarkable panoply of 20 Paralympic medals, out of which 8 are gold medals. And all this was achieve
The surreal rock formations hidden across Utah’s arid basins will leave any person speechless. The whitish and cream-colored hoodoos in spectral shapes are hosted at the Wahweap Hoodoos trailhead. They are spires that have defied gravity and stretched to heights. These white and cream-colored hoodoo
Imagine that you were being transported to the day of the Spring Equinox in 900 AD Mexico.. You are standing at the base of the Pyramid of Kukulcan, while the rhythmic chanting of thousands of Mayans surround you. The high priests at the top are carrying out elaborate rituals to appease the god of K
The magical blue Zakynthos Caves is one of the most popular destinations in Zakynthos, Greece. Zakynthos is an exciting landscape with mountains, fertile valleys, and green plains. But more importantly, this magical place holds blue caves that reflect the vibrant and striking blue and turquoise colo
From picture-postcard views to architectural excess, cliff-edge houses provide unique living experiences and unrivaled vistas. The Cliff House by Modscape is one such conceptual marvel. It’s homes that defy gravity and blend in with its surroundings. Designed as a modular home clinging to a cliff, t
The revival of ancient seeds connects us to history and evolution. Every germinated seed can tell us stories about survival, adaptation, and persistence. There have been several seeds that were considered viable after staying dormant for hundreds if not thousands of years. These seeds increase the l
Navigating the icy waters of the polar regions is no easy feat, and that’s where icebreaker ships come in. These powerful vessels are crucial for maintaining maritime routes in the Arctic and Antarctic. They ensure that ships can pass safely through thick ice. One of the most fascinating aspects of
The deep sea always fascinated the human mind. The sea bed is simply the ocean floors or ocean bottoms and is structured with tectonic plates. According to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (LOSC), the deep seabed is beyond national jurisdiction and is referred to as ‘the Area.’ In this area b
Amidst the mysteries of Andes in Peru, lies this strange green cushion plant. Inherited by the name Yareta, or Azorella compacta, this plant makes us wonder about its life form. Is it a moss? No. Not exactly. They belong to the family of carrots, parsley, celery, etc. The green Yareta got its name f
Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner was an extraordinary inventor who made significant contributions despite facing numerous challenges. Born on May 17, 1912, in Monroe, North Carolina, Kenner was most famous for developing the sanitary pad. Throughout her life, she received five patents for her invention
Who Is Franz Kafka? Franz Kafka (1883-1924) was a German-language novelist and writer from Prague. He is still one of the most significant literary figures. Kafka’s work is a unique blend of realism and the fantastic. He often portrayed isolated protagonists caught in bizarre and surreal scenarios.
Netflix’s new three-part docuseries, The Man With 1000 Kids, has quickly become the No. 1 show on the streaming platform. As surprising as it may sound, the real-life story of Jonathan Jacob Meijer is the inspiration behind this. Jonathan is a musician who has donated his sperm to 11 sperm banks in
Have you ever heard of a coffee that’s made from animal droppings? It sounds bizarre, but that’s exactly what Kopi Luwak is! Known as one of the world’s most expensive coffees, kopi luwak comes from the droppings of an Asian civet. This Civet is a small mammal found in Asia. Luwak coffee is produced