Unique Petroglyph at Robertson PointLocated at Robertson Point on the Metlakatla First Nation Reserve near Prince Rupert, British Columbia, there exists a cast of a distinctive petroglyph, known as “The Man Who Fell from Heaven.” Unlike most petroglyphs, this rock carving comes with a fascinating narrative. Archaeologists recorded the story in 1936 at the archaeological…
Monolithe de Corbara
Overview of the Monolithe de CorbaraThe Monolithe de Corbara, also known as Monolitu d’Algaghjola, stands as a significant geological and historical artifact. This monolith, carved from a unique type of quartz syeno-monzonite, measures 17 meters in length and 3 meters in diameter. Remarkably, it weighs about 272 tons and features 32 faces. Geologists and historians…
Selcë e Poshtme
Overview of Selcë e PoshtmeSelcë e Poshtme, commonly referred to as “Lower Selcë,” is a village in the Mokra area of Korçë County, Albania. Following the 2015 local government reform, it became part of the Pogradec municipality. The village is notably positioned on the right bank of the Shkumbin river at an elevation of 1,040…
Kenilworth Castle
Introduction to Kenilworth CastleKenilworth Castle stands in Warwickshire, England, under the management of English Heritage. Although largely in ruins, the castle’s historical and architectural significance remains undiminished. Founded during the Norman conquest of England, it saw continuous development until the Tudor period. Architectural historian Anthony Emery praises it as “the finest surviving example of a…
Yungang Grottoes
Located in the city of Datong, northern Shanxi province, China, the Yungang Grottoes are a spectacular sight to behold. This collection of shallow caves is adorned with over 51,000 statues, representing the outstanding achievement of Buddhist cave art in China in the 5th and 6th centuries. The Yungang Grottoes are a testament to the power of religious devotion and the artistic mastery of the ancient craftsmen.
Damghan
Overview of DamghanDamghan, a city in the Central District of Damghan County, Semnan province, Iran, serves as the capital of both the county and the district. It lies 342 km east of Tehran on the main road to Mashad and sits at an elevation of 1,250 meters. Damghan stands out as one of the oldest…