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 […]

Courtrooms are not places where one usually wants to be, but some buildings are so beautiful that they are worth visiting as tourists. They are rightly called palaces of justice. 1 Kuala Lumpur Court Complex, Malaysia This is the largest court complex in the world, covering 12 hectares. It took three years to build and […]

Trams have long ceased to be just a means of transport. Increasingly, they become attractions in cities, complementing urban landscapes and often becoming the main highlight of entire streets. As a result, tram cars are often uniquely designed, evoking greetings from the past or echoes of a fantastic future. 1The Longest Tram, Budapest This tram […]

Attitudes towards people who have changed their gender are varied. However, sometimes these transformations appear so natural that it’s hard to believe they were ever different. Moreover, some people claim that after changing their gender, they finally felt like themselves and were able to achieve something in life. 1, 2Andy and Larry Wachowski Once famous […]

Recently, I had the opportunity to visit the BMW Museum and the Welt exhibition center in Munich. In addition to a large number of BMW cars, there are also motorcycles on display, and you can sit on almost all models of modern and fast motorcycles. As always, new impressions mean a new top list. Top […]

David Černý is one of the most renowned contemporary Czech sculptors, often described as a creator of entities. He crafts unprecedented images that blend humor, provocation, and social and political satire. Černý’s works frequently spark sharp criticism from the public; however, several of his installations in Prague have gained wide recognition and have become prominent […]

The publication cushmanwakefield.com released a list of the most expensive streets in the world for commercial real estate rental per square meter. Traditionally, New York’s Fifth Avenue ranks high with an average rent of $21,295 per year per square meter. 1 Causeway Bay, Hong Kong – $25,965 Causeway Bay, a district on the northern shore […]

Когда мне довелось попасть в Кембридж, первым моим желанием было увидеть Кембриджский Университет, ведь это старейший университет в Англии после Оксфорда, с наибольшим числом нобелевских лауреатов среди выпускников. Википедию в то время еще нее придумали и пришлось разбираться на месте. Каково же было мое удивление, когда я прочел, что единого здания нет – учебное заведение […]

Bridges have played a crucial role in the development of cities and entire states since ancient times. For example, the bridge over the Danube River united the two cities of Buda and Pest, forming the city of Budapest, which we now know as the capital of Hungary. Bridges also symbolize unity, so newlyweds often use […]

Skyscrapers are the result of extremely high land prices, which necessitates building upwards rather than outwards. Nowadays, the construction of skyscrapers has become a kind of competition — who can build higher. 1 Zifeng Tower (China) A 450-meter structure with shopping centers, restaurants, and offices. This year it celebrates its tenth anniversary, although it is […]

Did you know what slum tourism is? It’s a new fascination — traveling through various slums. It’s quite an extreme option, but no less interesting for that. Fortunately (or unfortunately for some), there are plenty of slums in the world, some of them quite impressive. 1Dharavi. Mumbai, India Perhaps the most famous slums in the […]

It may seem that at the peak of fame, life is only ahead, especially if you are about 30 years old, famous, recognizable, and full of energy. But fate can have different plans — death does not ask about age. Especially if one gets closer to it. 1Kurt Cobain (27 years old) A legend of […]

Internet auction eBay is the world’s largest trading platform with huge turnovers. This is not surprising, considering that extremely expensive items are sometimes sold on it. Moreover, these are not always just items. In 2019, the auction showcased what wealthy people could afford to spend their money on. 1Lunch with Warren Buffett – $1.5 million […]

Tourism experts from PACE compile a list of the most beautiful cities in the world annually. If you pay attention to the coastal European options, the overall picture has not changed for several years. 1 Hallstatt, Austria The oldest village (of course, only in terms of historical age) on the shores of the beautiful Lake […]

Croatia is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Adriatic. The country is situated on the coast of the sea and, of course, is distinguished by bright and beautiful beaches. 1Sakarun A fairy-tale and picturesque beach located on the island of Dugi Otok. An excellent place for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. There’s plenty […]

Many people love to travel, of course, the coronavirus has had its impact, but the reopening of borders for many countries is expected soon, and tourists will once again fill the streets and squares of cities. A separate trend in tourism has become independent bike, motorcycle, and car trips. Unlike urban tourism, with its landmarks, […]

1 Munich, Germany The New Town Hall was built on Marienplatz square in 1908. Adorned with 32 life-size figures depicting scenes from the Middle Ages. The town hall has a clock, and the figures appear at 11, 12, and 5 o’clock in the summer. A melodious cockerel announces the beginning of each hour. 2 Minneapolis, […]

Installing a plant recognition app, I first aimed it at the daisy at my feet and it turned out to be a marguerite. Reading about daisies, I found out that there are as many as 25 species, and many white flowers are mistakenly considered daisies. Daisy is widely used in medicine, cosmetology, gardening, and as […]

Among the schools of the world, there are also their champions. And it’s not just about the level and quality of education. We’re talking about the buildings themselves, as there are truly gigantic educational institutions whose mere appearance can be incredibly surprising. 1 Montessori School. Lucknow. India This is a true giant school, designed for […]

Cannibalism is often associated solely with humans, but few pay attention to the fact that in the animal world, it’s quite a common behavior. And quite often, it’s perfectly explained by the principles of survival. Let’s get acquainted with animals that stand out most vividly due to cannibalism. 1 Polar Bear Researchers note that cases […]