Sardis, Türkiye, has a history marked by frequent changes in rule, from the Greeks and Romans to the Ottoman Empire. Despite this dynamic past, archaeological research at Sardis has maintained notable continuity.| Ancient Pages
A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - The discovery of Ugarit’s secrets in the early 20th century invites reflection on how much of our past remains hidden beneath the surface. When it was revealed that Ras Sharma was once part of an ancient city, it opened a window into a lost world, reminding us of the enduring […]| Ancient Pages
In the mountains of Italy, local people are adapting to life with a growing number of brown bears, wolves, and other fairy tale predators. The post The Beauty—and the Beasts—of Coexistence appeared first on bioGraphic.| bioGraphic
I’m delighted to announce that the revised edition of my contemporary paranormal romance, The Unquiet Spirit is available this week. It’s got a fabulous new cover, thanks to Design for Writers, who have designed all my book covers The story is set in one of my favourite places –– Falmouth in Cornwall. Discover what happens […]| Penny Hampson
There are roughly three New Yorks. There is, first, the New York of the man or woman who was born here, who takes the city for granted and accepts its size and turbulence as natural and inevitable. Second, there is the New York of the commuter — the city that is devoured by locusts each day and spat out each night. Third, there is the New York of the person who was born somewhere else and came to New York in quest of something. Of these three trembling cities the greatest is the last — th...| argmin gravitas
That’s why you can never trust a good person, for he will freely do evil - purely for justice’s sake, so that everyone may be the same [miserable].| www.gleech.org
Cahokia emerged as the largest city north of modern-day Mexico around 1050 CE, with a population exceeding 20,000. It was composed of three connected precincts located in the central areas of the northern "American Bottom," a floodplain along the Mississippi River within what is known as "Greater Cahokia."| Ancient Pages
The Village of Ardencroft, founded in 1950, purposely made no restrictions as to who might purchase property. Most developments at the time had racial exclusions.| Danny Schweers
I often discover these stories not from full articles, books, or podcasts, but from a single paragraph, or even a sentence, in them that makes me pause and think, I want to know more. That’s exactly how this week’s story about One Wilshire in downtown Los Angeles began. I was listening to a wonderful podcast … Continue reading One Wilshire: Los Angeles’ Hidden Artery of the Internet→| California Curated
What this new tool allows scientists to do is determine whether corals may be under stress from factors like warming seas, pollution, or disease. Ideally, these warning signs are detected before th…| California Curated
Ishibashi Music, founded in 1938, is Japan's leading musical instrument retailer, offering a vast selection and exceptional vintage expertise globally.| OddPlug
Kelly Mencin, Chef-Owner Origins I worked at Bouchon Bakery in California and then I moved to Bouchon Bistrot, because I wanted a little more of a push. I loved Napa, but New York City was always a dream and Gramercy Tavern, specifically, was always a dream. So I line-cooked there for two years. I loved […] The post Radio Bakery in Brooklyn, NY appeared first on Pastry Arts | Magazine, Podcast, Summit, Shop & Community.| Pastry Arts | Magazine, Podcast, Summit, Shop & Community
★★★★☆ - Nice park with a view of the ocean and Catalina Island, open grassy areas, playground, basketball and tennis courts, lots of parking and clean, new restrooms. Near the Forrestal Reserve trailheads making it a good post-hike restroom stop or picnic spot.| Hyperborea: New Posts
The technology is extreme ultraviolet lithography (EUV). And one of the most important points I want to leave you with is that the origins of EUV are not found in Silicon Valley startups or corporate boardrooms but in California’s national laboratories, where government-funded science made the impossible possible.| California Curated
Tucked away in the beautiful neighborhood of Príncipe Real, the Botanical Garden of Lisbon (Jardim Botânico de Lisboa) is one of the city’s best hidden gems and a true oasis if you’re looking to sit…| Portugal.com
Exploring the ends of the earth with great people is one of my passions. For many years I’ve wanted to do a trip to Patagonia in the southern tip of South America. This was the year! Our Patagonia adventure began in a city called Puerto Varas, perched on the shore of beautiful Lake Llanquihue–pronounced “Yankee… [Read more] Patagonia Adventure with Wilderness Inquiry The post Patagonia Adventure with Wilderness Inquiry appeared first on Wilderness Inquiry.| Wilderness Inquiry
“Mr. Durrand! Mr. Durrand! Did you see me in a CANOE!?” Scream the many excited 6th graders as they exit their boats. Wilderness Inquiry’s Canoemobile has been making a stop in Galt, CA for the last 4 years on their west coast tour.| Wilderness Inquiry
Safety is one of the most important factors people consider when choosing where to live, work, or raise a family. It is among the most essential factors impacting quality of life. Across the United States, some cities stand out for […]| All Top Everything
Meet spirits while exploring New Hampshire's haunted spots and the unknown with the Paranormal Investigators of New England| New Hampshire Magazine
As tropical birds flee their overheating homes, biologists worry for the imperiled species they might displace. The post Ibis on the Move appeared first on bioGraphic.| bioGraphic
Learn why it’s important to add location information to photos. Improve storytelling, preserve memories, and make your photo library easier to search in Mylio Photos.| Mylio Photos Blog
Gabrielle Carbone, Co-owner Origins This is our 21st year. My partner, Matt Errico, and I both have degrees in other things. I have special education and psychology and he has history and education. I also went to pastry school. We both just loved ice cream so much and we knew that we wanted to do […] The post The Bent Spoon in Princeton, NJ appeared first on Pastry Arts | Magazine, Podcast, Summit, Shop & Community.| Pastry Arts | Magazine, Podcast, Summit, Shop & Community
Only a few more pictures to share from| ongoing by Tim Bray
When someone (like us)| ongoing by Tim Bray
Long-term Taipei resident Nick Kembel introduces his absolute favorite sights, placess to visit, and things to do in Taipei, the vibrant capital city of Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Turning the steady motion of the Pacific into clean electricity, Eco Wave Power’s pilot at the Port of Los Angeles tests whether wave energy can become a real piece of California’s renewable future.| California Curated
It turns out most of the grains between your toes actually began their journey high in the mountains above LA, on craggy slopes far from the shore. Mostly, we are talking about the San Gabriel Moun…| California Curated
There is money in fashion and in the music industry, especially in a city so tied to both, such as Seattle. The Space: Fashion! takes up the lower two levels of a four-story building in Touristvill…| Sea of Stars RPG Design Journal
The following ranking lists the ten largest cities in the European Union by population in the city proper.| All Top Everything
Explore the hotels that offer the best Wild West experiences in Jerome, Arizona, according to history experts and seasoned travelers.| OldWest
Last week the husband and I enjoyed a trip to Bath. With only two days to explore we were determined to pack in as much as possible, so arrived early to make the most of our short time there. So, of course, our first stop was breakfast – well, you can’t do much on an […]| Penny Hampson
Haggerston Brewery, London E8 Brewery312 Frederick Terrace E8 4EW (Hackney)haggerstonbrewery.co.ukFirst sold beer: February 2025 Former City worker Dennis McDonagh used the lockdowns to build up his homebrewing skills, prompting him to go commercial on a small scale at this nanobrewery in an arch under Haggerston Overground station, a short step from the Regents Canal. He…| Beer Culture with Des de Moor
I’ve been looking so long at these pictures of you That I almost believe that they’re real I’ve been living so long with my pictures of you That I almost believe that the pictures are all I can feel. ————————————————————————————————- I feel that. Every word. Scrolling and scrolling. I’m stuck in an all consuming loop. […]| Craft Beer Pin Up
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick each have plenty of wilderness; PEI not so much. So pictures of bears and cougars and so on| ongoing by Tim Bray
The sound of the wind surging through birchy Eastern woods isn’t like the same coastal gusts in my own Pacific rain| ongoing by Tim Bray
Nick Kembel introduces Chimei Museum, the most impressive private museum in Taiwan, with its expansive collection of weapons, violins, and European art.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
There were outraged protests outside the Bell Hotel as the ruling to evict its asylum seekers was overturned.| New Statesman
There is something unforgettable about the Wedge and the way its waves crash with such raw force. Sometimes they detonate just offshore, sending water skyrocketing into the air; other times they slam thunderously against the sand, eliciting groans and whoops from bystanders.| California Curated
Water, water, every where, nor any drop to drink. — Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s poem The Rime of the Ancient Mariner. The ocean covers about 70 percent of Earth’s surface and holds 96 percent of its water. But because it’s saturated with salt, it isn’t drinkable. Sailors have known this for centuries, and that’s a profound … Continue reading California’s Precarious Future and the Promise—and Limits—of Desalination→| California Curated
Launching a Triton 3300/3 submersible from a scientific support ship in the Bahamas. (Photo: Erik Olsen) It’s time for California to put people back in the deep. A human-occupied submersible belong…| California Curated
Discover Samosir Island in Lake Toba, where Batak culture, royal tombs, volcanic landscapes, and serene lakeside views await.| Meandering Wild
The following ranking lists the ten most visited national parks in the USA.| All Top Everything
Thank you for joining me on the second part of my trip to Yorkshire, the White rose county. You can read about the first part of my trip here. Having completed our three day stay in York, husband and I travelled north to Pickering, a small market town on the border of the North York […]| Penny Hampson
Sometimes you decide to go to a place because you look at the train fare, realise it's relatively low to what you might have expected, and choose to head off. That's why I went to Oxted, though I will admit I didn't spend all that much time there. Is half an hour enough? I'm not sure, but I did get a blogpost out of it, so it can't have been that little!| All Over 2a
The last frontier to the Gatwick behemoth is an unsuspecting commuter town, one of the last in the Oyster zone1 before you enter the wild west of singles and suffixed routes.| All Over 2a
I have officially finished the Sutton loop posts. Let's goooooooooooo!| All Over 2a
Today, I'm discussing the remaining three stations on the Sutton loop which have been unblogged. One of them is somewhat new. They're also all on the same railway line, and, alongside Carshalton, are debatably not part of the Sutton loop at all. | All Over 2a
This is another blogpost about the Sutton loop.| All Over 2a
The exploits of a chemistry student in South London. I enjoy visiting interesting places, writing about my studies, writing poems and reviewing music.| allovertwoa.blogspot.com
Mica glittered from the white stone. Town of the pure crystal, I learnt Latin in your sparkling cage, I loved your brilliant streets. Places that have been good to us we love. The rest we are resigned to. The fishermen hung shining in their yellow among university bells. ― Iain Crichton Smith Once, in Jerusalem, I struck up acquaintance with an intelligent and interesting Syrian... I told him that I was born in Aberdeenshire in Scotland. He was amused and pitiful, though a little hazy. "Abe...| argmin gravitas
Here’s the bird that never flew;Here’s the tree that never grew;Here’s the fish that never swam;Here’s the bell that never rang.― superficially apocalyp...| www.gleech.org
A detailed and intimate guide to Sanfong Central Street, Kaohsiung's iconic dried foods market, with introductions to the various products you'll see there.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Stay at Tabo Cottages on Lake Toba’s Samosir Island, with lake views, traditional Batak charm, and a peaceful base for exploring the highlands.| Meandering Wild
Journey from Bukit Lawang to Lake Toba through Sumatra’s forests, villages, and volcanic landscapes on a slow, scenic road trip.| Meandering Wild
Visit Bennetts Water Gardens in Dorset, home to waterlilies, lotus, and a tropical house. A calm and reflective garden near Weymouth.| Meandering Wild
The post 8 Amazing (and Accessible) Entertainment Venues in Toronto appeared first on AccessNow.| AccessNow
This Tex-Mex recipe is one I’ve cooked regularly for over thirty years because it’s so good — one of those dishes people ask me to make, and want the recipe for, so I guess it qualifies as something of a retro classic that’s stood the test of time. It’s essentially an unconventional variation of chili con carne […] The post Tamale pie appeared first on Crumbs on the Table.| Crumbs on the Table
Earlier this month, husband and I spent several days in Yorkshire, the white rose county; so called because a white rose has been the symbol for Yorkshire since the War of the Roses in the 15th century. Our first destination was York itself, a beautiful historic city. The last time I’d visited was back in […]| Penny Hampson
You've probably never thought about this, but the chances of anything being the answer to a quiz are rather low. Sure, King Henry VIII has probably been immortalised through questions about the number of wives he had, and football stattos are always likely to test people on how many goals someone got. Yet that leaves thousands of nicher concepts to never be tested.| All Over 2a
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The exploits of a chemistry student in South London. I enjoy visiting interesting places, writing about my studies, writing poems and reviewing music.| allovertwoa.blogspot.com
It’s officially 2025, but before I start looking forward to what I hope to be an awesome year, I find myself looking back on 2024 with a mind brimming with memories and a heart bursting at the seams with gratitude. This year wasn’t just about ticking places off a list —- it was about moments… The post Top 24 Travel Moments of 2024 appeared first on Yosh Dimen.| Yosh Dimen
I just came back from Canada’s| ongoing by Tim Bray
Sanfong Temple in Kaohsiung is one of the most beautiful temples in Taiwan. This is thanks in no small part to the stunning canopy of red lanterns hanging in its courtyard. Despite its convenient location near Kaohsiung Station and Formosa Boulevard, where many visitors stay in Kaohsiung, the temple remains relatively off-the-beaten track. I was| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwan travel expert Nick Kembel takes his two kids to snuggle with meerkats at a meerkat cafe in Taipei, with information on how to make a reservation.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Are you thinking of visiting Switzerland with kids? We love traveling with our son and we have visited this alpine country with him a few years ago. Switzerland is a… The post Switzerland with Kids – 10 Places Swiss Families Love appeared first on pack your bags.| pack your bags
In the second instalment of the OPZ series, I've visited one of the farthest places rather early. Only six South London bus routes get beyond the M25, and three of them go to Bluewater, so of the routes that don't end by a capitalist beacon, there's only the 246, 405, and 465 left. From those, the 405 goes to Redhill, which is where I went.| All Over 2a
I said I wouldn't do this, but I've since changed my mind because why not. This is a blogpost about Gatwick Airport - the only place in Sussex accessible by Oyster - and I regret it.| All Over 2a
2012 thru 2025, Arden, Delaware — Every year, the Arden Community Recreation Association hosts its July 4th Games on the green in the Village of Arden, Delaware, where I live. The gathering ends with people cavorting in spray shot from a fire hydrant. I love how stately the gyrating people look when photographed. They are […]| Danny Schweers
A detailed guide to visiting the newer Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum in Chiayi, southern Taiwan, with floor guide and other tips for visiting.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Read to learn fun and interesting facts about the Pacific Ocean for Kids.| Fun Facts 4 Kids
The first peripheral area of London accessible for free that I visited was Warlingham, a charming village in Surrey, specifically the district of Tandridge. It's only about a kilometre outside of London, though, yet even then feels quite isolated.| All Over 2a
Find out how to visit Tainan city's quirky Ten Drum Cultural Village, a drum performance center, amusement park, and fantasy-oriented art village.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
It is truly mind boggling that a small country like Taiwan has such a tall mountain. Mount Jade (玉山 or Yushan) is the highest peak in Northeast Asia, rising above Mount Fuji or almost exactly the same height as the tallest mountain the Canadian Rockies. Climbing Yushan Main Peak is relatively easy, but what’s more| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find four seasons of high-adventure fun, like skiing and biking in the New Hampshire's Sugar River Region| New Hampshire Magazine
Find out how to visit Taiwan's most beautiful suspension bridge, Shuiyuan Suspension Bridge (also called Shuanglong Rainbow or "Double Dragon" Suspension Bridge)| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to Sun Link Sea (Shanlinxi) Forest Recreation Area in Nantou county, Taiwan, home to some of the country's prettiest waterfalls.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
The Channel Islands of California, an enchanting archipelago, offer a fascinating natural laboratory for the study of island biogeography. This field of biology, which explores the distribution of …| California Curated
When it comes to affordable living in gorgeous surroundings, Florida often comes to mind. With a fantastic array of attractions, natural beauty, and affordable neighborhoods, the Sunshine State is a wonderful place to call home. But where in Florida will you find the perfect balance between cost of living and quality of life? We’re here ... Read more The post Uncover Florida’s Hidden Gems: Top Affordable yet Beautiful Places to Live appeared first on Journeyz.| Journeyz
There is no doubt that the United States of America is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world, as it is also one of the leading innovators in entertainment, science, and technology. There are approximately 329.5 million people living in the Land of Opportunity across 50 states and 3,143 counties. The most ... Read more| Journeyz
Customer returns are inconvenient for online retailers such as Amazon, but you can benefit from these. Read and Find out more about amazon return pallets《 here| Learn Digital Marketing
Believe it or not, London is a walkable city; don’t be fooled by maps of the Underground that give the impression that the distances between many places are too far to travel on foot. On our recent trip there, husband and I decided that walking London would be the way to discover hidden gems. We […]| Penny Hampson
Read about my experience visiting Hohocha, a stunning, zen-inspired black tea center in Sun Moon Lake region, considered the hometown of black tea in Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
An extremely detailed guide to the Mianyue Line, Alishan's most exciting hike, including how to apply for permits or do half of the hike without a permit.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Read about my visit to Taiping Suspension Bridge and Taiping Old Street in remote but stunning Meishan township of Chiayi county in Southern Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A quiet garden in Somerset with orchards, yew walks and spring flowers. A peaceful National Trust stop for seasonal photography and slow visits.| Meandering Wild
Explore RHS Garden Rosemoor in Devon, a peaceful, seasonal garden retreat with woodland walks, formal borders, and quiet places to pause.| Meandering Wild
The Village of Ardencroft, Delaware asked me to photograph two maps from 1953 of the municipality’s street and lot plan. Click on either image to see it larger. To get high-resolution JPEGs, please use the Contact Us form on this website.| Danny Schweers
To truly immerse yourself in Colombian Spanish and culture, choosing the right city is important. Which city is the best for learning Colombian Spanish? Let's take a closer look. The post What is the best city to learn Colombian Spanish? appeared first on Learn More Than Spanish.| Learn More Than Spanish
Practice Colombian Spanish at Bogotá’s markets! Our Spanish school helps you learn through real conversations and cultural experiences.| Learn More Than Spanish
Good, even great photographs may be found anywhere, at any time. There is no need to travel to get good photos. Washing dishes, mowing the yard, pumping gas, buying groceries — all of these are prime locations for wonderful images. Recognizing the photogenic in the ordinary can be challenging. When I travel, my eyes seem […]| Danny Schweers
When the weather cooperates, the Arden Fair takes over my neighborhood with crowds, vendors, musicians, artists, food, books, crafts, and wizards. This annual event benefits the Arden Club, the cultural umbrella for Arden, Delaware. It has many gilds including Ardensingers, Shakespeare, Swim, Garden, Writing, Folk, Georgist, Library, Scholars, Dinner, and Concert, all headquartered in Gild […]| Danny Schweers
The water tower at Oakbourne Park. The main house is splendid as well, while the grounds feature many different trees and shrubs. There is a large sports complex and a walking path. I only discovered this gem last year, after living so close to it for 23 years. What other pleasant surprises have I missed? […]| Danny Schweers
Bellevue State Park is an often-visited place for me, not far from where I live in Delaware. When this park was a DuPont estate, they had race horses and an oval track. Horses no longer use the track — that’s for walkers and runners — but the horse stables are still there, home to 70 […]| Danny Schweers
Any event becomes exciting if you bet money on it. Where will the wheel stop? What card will turn over next? When will the stars align? I could not spend nine days in Las Vegas without visiting The Strip with camera in hand, from the MGM Park to the Bellagio. Of course I went […]| Danny Schweers
I have been walking downtown Austin, Texas since 1970. You can click here to see some of my early photographs of the city, now in an archive at the Austin History Center. I lived in Austin for 30 years but, even after moving to Arden, Delaware in 2000, I continue to visit and photograph this […]| Danny Schweers
The one time I was there, I went looking for intimate images of Paris. The dates were April 26 through May 3, 2007. I wanted to photograph the people and places tourists would miss — the idiosyncratic and personal — photos distinctly my own yet also distinctly Parisian, not forgetting the inspiration of Henri Cartier-Bresson. […]| Danny Schweers
My wife, perhaps at some cost, has accepted that I am a photographer. If we visit a city like New York, chances are good that I will be making photographs. It makes me a less than ideal companion. God bless her. Here is a sample of a 26-hour visit to New York City in January […]| Danny Schweers
This marks (the end of?) a particularly prolonged pause in my posts. No guarantee of timely future posts though. I’ve been busy with other projects. I was tempted to set an AI-generated featured image for this post. It’s getting so good it makes me feel superfluous. These three are my own photographs, for what it’s […]| Raoul Pop
