The largest squares have always played a crucial role in people’s lives. Typically, they housed courts, theaters, and restaurants. Meetings were arranged here, decrees and news were announced, and celebrations were held. Therefore, the main virtue of a city square was its capacity. In other words, the bigger the square, the better. There was also […]

It’s no secret that the children’s building set LEGO has long evolved into an entire industry. Investing in it is highly profitable, especially when it comes to the largest LEGO sets. They are not just huge; they are also extremely rare. You know what that means, right? Big money. So, let’s get started. 1 LEGO […]

Small towns are great friends. Everyone knows you here, the whole community will help you, and they will discuss you too, but that’s just part of the deal, right? However, you shouldn’t get too carried away looking for the smallest town – you might end up alone if you quarrel with your only neighbor! 1Monowi […]

Cacti are not only the spikiest plants on earth but also have a variety of spines, each serving different purposes. They use their spines for defense, protection from the sun or cold, moisture collection, and even reproduction. Given their multifunctional roles, cactus spines come in an impressive array of forms—some are fluffy and benign, while […]

It’s pleasant to lie on the grass and munch on something tasty. However, this opportunity is not available to everyone and not everywhere. While in rural areas there are no problems with finding both tasty treats and places to enjoy them, urban dwellers often find it quite challenging to locate fresh greenery. However, some cities […]

Agree, when you saw the title of the top Georgian dishes, your mouth started watering. Not yet? Then hold on, it will happen soon. Georgians are one of the oldest nations in Europe, quite unique in many ways, and the same can be said about their cuisine. Traditionally, we build our top list like a […]

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics will feature numerous prominent women athletes from around the world, showcasing exceptional talent across various sports. With an increased emphasis on gender equality, the Games will include a near-equal number of male and female competitors, continuing the trend towards balanced representation and celebrating the achievements of women in sports. 1Allyson […]

Have you ever wanted to get lost? To not be disturbed for several hours, allowing you to truly relax? Then this TOP list of the largest museums in the world is for you. Here, you can get lost with a guarantee, repeatedly. And there’s no doubt you’ll have a great time. Shall we begin? 1 […]

Despite not being the largest creatures, insects can move at great speeds, both relative to their body size and in absolute terms. For insects, speed is a key survival trait, necessary for acquiring food and avoiding becoming prey. 1 Water Striders, 4 km/h Water striders live on the surface of the water. Their legs are […]

Any breed can become a threat to humans, even small and cute Pomeranians can turn life into a nightmare and make their owners constantly worry about their health. It is difficult to choose a criterion by which to determine the degree of danger posed by dogs: natural aggression, the size of the dog, the structure […]

A funicular is a rather exotic type of transport. It is a small car that moves on rails with cable traction. It allows the transportation of people and various goods through areas with difficult terrain: across crevices, up steep mountains, etc. Where motor vehicles struggle, a funicular easily covers the distance. Typically, the length of […]

Many large cities have grown so much that they have absorbed nearby settlements and literally merged into agglomerations. The question arose: what defines a city? Scientists devised a simple solution, writes the authoritative source demographia.com, using nighttime satellite imagery to determine the boundaries of urban agglomerations based on continuous light. This method allows identifying which […]

Stadiums are not only venues for sports arenas but also magnificent works of art, creations of engineers and architects. Often, they become the main attractions of a city or country. Who are today’s successors to the Colosseum? And how many people can attend the competitions? 1 May Day Stadium, 150,000 It is located in the […]

Pyramids are the hallmark of Mayan culture, one of the greatest civilizations at the beginning of the new era. Pyramids served as religious structures where various rituals were conducted. By the time Europeans arrived, the civilization had declined. However, the Mayan pyramids built before 1000 AD continue to awe even today. It seems that such […]

The underwater world is full of mysteries and secrets, and one of the most enigmatic creatures is the jellyfish. Their bodies are made up of over 90% water, and they inhabit salty seas and oceans. With their semi-transparent bodies, they almost seem to dissolve in water. However, jellyfish can pose serious threats to humans despite […]

People usually look for the most cost-effective, i.e., inexpensive, places to stay. However, there are opposite opinions as well. Some suites can significantly impact even the wealthiest wallets. Here’s a look at the costs of a night in the royal suite and what makes these rates so substantial: 1 Hotel President Wilson The Swiss suite […]

These palaces each occupy more than 100,000 square meters. They impress with their splendor, monumentality, and size. They were once or are currently home to royal families or modern governments. Often, the palaces become museums with cozy and well-maintained parks. 1 Hofburg The Hofburg Palace was the residence of the Habsburg dynasty, the rulers of […]

Dwarfs are more familiar from fantasy works and fairy tales, where little people often turn out to be villains. In reality, it turns out to be quite different: these are ordinary people, just of short stature. Often, they are more active and responsive than full-sized” members of society. 1 Chandra Bahadur Dangi, 54.6 cm He […]

An installation is a cohesive composition made up of various objects and materials, both natural and man-made. By using familiar objects in unexpected ways, artists can change their meaning, play with reality, highlight an issue, and draw attention to it. 1 Running Fence This is the longest installation in the world. Despite its relatively low […]

Cinema emerged just over 100 years ago, but it has so firmly captured people’s minds that today, people know the names of directors and actors better than their own. The industry is rapidly evolving, yet there are directors in this field whose works have become classics. There are figures without whom no festival passes. Here […]