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From 1883 until 1904, at an altitude of 1345m, an operational weather station and observatory existed on the summit of Ben Nevis. The purpose of this weather station was to facilitate meteorological research in the unique environment that the summit…

A photograph of the Ben Nevis Observatory during the summer of 2017.

The Belogradchik Rocks are a group of uniquely shaped sandstone rock formations located on the western slopes of Stara Planina (Balkan Mountains) near the town of Belogradchik. The town itself is situated in the northwest Bulgaria. The rocks have…

This is the Olexandrivska belltower of the Dormition Cathedral in Kharkiv. Its construction was timed to the victory over Napoleon in 1812, and it was named after Tsar Alexander I of Russia. The author of the project – the architect Evgen Vasyliev…

Terracotta fashioned into an anthropomorphic figurine. Red painted geometric design and inside a small hole can clearly be seen where a thread could be tied to hold a bell. Bronze Age.

Buddha incense Pavilion on Longevity Mountain, Kunming Lake in the foreground.

Painting inspired by peacock, elephant

Basque is hypothesized to be a very ancient European language [A]. This is because it does not appear to have linguistic links to other languages of Indo-European heritage or any in the world for that matter [A-B]. It faced major suppression during…

Basque is hypothesized to be a very ancient European language [A]. This is because it does not appear to have linguistic links to other languages of Indo-European heritage or any in the world for that matter [A-B]. It faced major suppression during…

Scale site plan of the Sparta Basilica.

By Fred Romero - https://www.flickr.com/photos/129231073@N06/36949300460/in/album-72157686935057113/, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=76734067

The Barbados Museum and Historical Society (BMHS) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization with a membership of over 1,000 individuals and companies. A fourteen-member Council and the Director are responsible for its policies and operation.…

Baotu Spring, nestled in Jinan, Shandong Province, is famed as the "Number One Spring under the Heaven." It's celebrated for its crystal-clear waters and has historically inspired countless poets and artists across China. This spring stands as a…

Baotu Spring, nestled in Jinan, Shandong Province, is famed as the "Number One Spring under the Heaven." It's celebrated for its crystal-clear waters and has historically inspired countless poets and artists across China. This spring stands as a…

Overlooking the North Sea, this castle has had its fair share of battles throughout British history. Previously seating Northumbrian kinds, the castle was invaded by Vikings and endured shifts in British political history as a significant stronghold…

Baiheliang is a submerged rock outcrop in Chongqing, China that was once used as an ancient device to measure water levels of the Yangtze River. It contains 163 inscriptions and pictures, including 114 hydrological annotations that provide detailed…

Report 2012 The 2010 excavations were coordinated by Jacquie Aitken (Clyne Heritage Society) and Joanna Hambly (SCAPE Trust). The site was supervised by Joanna Hambly (SCAPE Trust) and Cathy Dagg (Archaeologist) With assistance from Sarah Salem…

Baba Vida is a medieval fortress in the town of Vidin in the northwestern part of Bulgaria and it is the town's proudest landmark. It consists of two concentric curtain walls and about nine towers of which three are preserved to their full medieval…

The Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve is located in the central western Maldives in the Indian Ocean, north of the Kashidhoo Kandhoo channel. Designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2011, it encompasses 1,200 square kilometers of coral reefs, islands,…

The Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve is located in the central western Maldives in the Indian Ocean, north of the Kashidhoo Kandhoo channel. Designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2011, it encompasses 1,200 square kilometers of coral reefs, islands,…

This audio details the history behind the Standing Stones of Stenness, including the legends and stories told about the stones. It is an alternative to the textual description presented.

An audio description of the Ring of Brodgar, detailing its history and associated legends and stories. An alternative to the textural description provided.

An audio description covering the history of the Odin Stone, including the legends and stories behind it. An alternative to the textual description.

An audio description of the Calanish standing stones which can be used as an alternative to the textural description. Details the history, myths and legends behind the stones.

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Aros is a popular visitor attraction and community cultural centre offering exhibitions, cinema, live music, comedy, dance, drama, theatre, galleries and workshops. With a family friendly restaurant, gift shop and children’s play areas. We aim to…

This is a photo of Arlington Reef, as one of the major coral reefs of Great Barrier Reef.

Arkaim is an archaeological site of an ancient fortified settlement, situated in the steppe of the Southern Ural, 8.2 km (5.10 mi) north-to-northwest of the village of Amursky and 2.3 km (1.43 mi) south-to-southeast of the village of Alexandrovsky in…

The Archaeological Site of Olympia was located in the Ilia region in the west of the Peloponnese, a valley of the Alpheios River. This site was built in honor of the Greek God Zeus from the 10th century BC (World Heritage Journeys, n.d.). It…

The ancient city of Liangzhu is located in Zhejiang, China. It is the first Neolithic city site discovered in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River in China. The site consists of 4 parts: Yaoshan site area, Gukou high dam area, plain low dam area…

The Apidima cave is located in Southern Greece and was discovered in the 1970s. Since 2019, the site has gained a lot of significance due to its contribution in world history. More specifically, human skulls that were found in the cave have indicated…

A reconstruction of part of Antarctica in the future to show climate change.

Image of Angkor Wat

Image of Angkor Wat

Image of Angkor Wat

Image of Angkor Wat

Image of Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat is situated in Siem Reap, Cambodia and is made up of 12 main temples which are the remains of the Khmer Empire of the 9th to 15th century and is the largest religious monument in the world which was originally a hindu temple (Patricija,…

Angkor Wat, located in the Siem Reap province of Cambodia, is one of the world's largest religious monuments and cultural heritage sites. It was constructed in the 12th century by the Khmer Empire and utilised as a Hindu temple followed by its…

Angkor Wat, located in the Siem Reap province of Cambodia, is one of the world's largest religious monuments and cultural heritage sites. It was constructed in the 12th century by the Khmer Empire and utilised as a Hindu temple followed by its…

As one of the most important archaeological places in South-East Asia, Angkor Archaeological Park extends over 400 km2 and includes the splendid remains of successive capitals of Khmer Empire, crossing the 9th and the 15th century. The immovable,…

This image shows the process of dipping the cloth in the dye pits.

Luxor posers at Karnak Temple, Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis "20111105_Egypt_0990 Luxor posers at Karnak Temple" by Dan Lundberg is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit…

Thebes has an area of 7,390.16 ha, it was the capital of the Middle Kingdom (c. 2055-1780 BC) and the New Kingdom (1567-1085 BC) in ancient Egypt, and under the years of development, the temple of Ramesses III and the Ramesseum of Ramesses II, the…

Habu Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Karnak Temple, etc. in Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis

The Stadium of Philippopolis is an ancient Roman Imperial Stadium, built by Emperor Hadrian in the beginning of the 2nd century AD, at the time Philippopolis was the capital of the Thracia Roman Province. Unfortunately, today the only uncovered and…

Ancient Olympia, Greece. Photo taken with Nokia N8 (12 Megapixel).

The image of Ancient City of Ping Yao.

The ancient city of Pingyao is located in central Shanxi Province, China. Built during the Ming Dynasty, the ancient city of Pingyao includes ancient city walls, streets, shops, Urns, corner towers, and entrances; it has a land area of 225 hectares…

The Amphitheatre of El Jem was built in 238 AD and is located in the town of El Djem in Tunisia. At the time it was built, El Djem was known as Thysdrus, which was a Roman province. It was built for spectator events, and is one of the biggest…

The Amphitheatre of El Jem was built in 238 AD and is located in the town of El Djem in Tunisia. At the time it was built, El Djem was known as Thysdrus, which was a Roman province. It was built for spectator events, and is one of the biggest…

This is Altay mountains －Belukha.

The Alonissos underwater museum is a spectacular underwater site, accessible via scuba diving, where divers can experience the shipwreck of Peristera. The wreck is dated over 2000 years old, and while after its discovery it was only open to…

The Along the River During the Qingming Festival is a famous Chinese painting by the Northern Song painter Zhang Zeduan, the scroll is about 24.8cm high and 528cm long, depicting the bustling scene inside and outside the city gates and on both sides…

The Along the River During the Qingming Festival is a famous Chinese painting by the Northern Song painter Zhang Zeduan, the scroll is about 24.8cm high and 528cm long, depicting the bustling scene inside and outside the city gates and on both sides…

Picture of painting

Rising above the modern lower town, the Alhambra and the Albaycín, situated on two adjacent hills, form the medieval part of Granada. To the east of the Alhambra fortress and residence are the magnificent gardens of the Generalife, the former rural…

The Alhambra is a stunning palace and fortress complex located in Granada, Spain. Built by the Nasrid dynasty in the 13th and 14th centuries, it showcases exquisite Islamic architecture, intricate tilework, and lush gardens. Originally a royal…