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Blooming cherry trees in Vancouver, B.C, Canada

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge over the Cooper River, South Carolina, USA An illuminated pathway! This cable-stayed bridge has one of the largest spans in the western hemisphere and is particularly impressive in the dark when it is illuminated.  When opened in 2005, the eight-lane Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge replaced the two older, dilapidated bridges that previously ran over the Cooper River.  It can withstand wind speeds of over 480 km / h and 7.4 magnitude earthquakes on the Richter scale.  And that's really necessary as: ​​Many of the more than 134,000 residents of Charleston in the US state of South Carolina can still remember Hurricane Hugo, which swept across the port city in 1989.  While earthquakes do not occur particularly often in Charleston, caution is still advisable. The 1886 earthquake, with an estimated magnitude of over 7.3 almost completely destroyed the city at the time.

Rhododendron flowers and Bucura mountain lakes, Retezat Mountains in Carpathians, Romania A post for nature lovers! The oldest national park in Romania is located in the high mountains of the Southern Carpathians.  In addition to numerous deep blue glacial lakes - such as Bucura Lake, which we see here - the protected area also has over 60 mountain peaks with a height of over 2,300 meters.  The Retezat National Park also serves to protect one of the last primary forests in Europe.  Many animals live here, including golden eagles, wolves and brown bears.  But the flora is also impressive: a third of all plant species found in Romania can be found in the park.

Women climbing a stepwell near Amber Fort in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Stepping down the ancient stairwells of Jaipur Stairwells  originated in western India over 1,000 years ago as way for people living in that arid climate to get easy and reliable access to fresh water, even during the driest months. The Panna Meena Ka Kund stepwell in Jaipur is a classic example of the beautiful geometric architecture used to produce them. Most stepwells also feature shaded side chambers where locals (primarily women) can gather to escape the heat of the day. In this image, one can see obvious signs of previous high-water marks on the well’s walls as seasonal fluctuations and the changing climate affect water levels throughout the region.

The Circle Bridge in Copenhagen, Denmark It’s Pi Day! Well, not that mouthwatering and cherry or berries filling pie, it's the day we celebrate the mathematical constant π. This day was chosen since today’s date (March 14) expressed numerically (in US format) matches the number’s first digits, 3.14. Pi represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. It can be used to compute the area and circumference of a circle, such as the circles that make up the bridge we're looking at here in Copenhagen. (Who said maths wasn't useful in the real world?) Many towns, schools, and museums mark the day with festivities based around mathematics and, of course, serving pie. We can’t think of a more delicious way to study geometry.

Aerial view of Siesta Beach, Siesta Key, Florida Fiesta at Siesta Here we are in mid-March already, the time of year when American college-aged revellers invade the world's beaches, like this one on Florida's Siesta Key. Located in Sarasota County off the state's western shore, the island beach is a fixture on lists of America's top beaches, a standout even in a state where soft, welcoming sands compose over half the 1,900-kilometre coastline. Using the onset of spring in the region as an excuse to cut loose is nothing new, going back at least to the ancient Greeks and Romans. But spring break as we know it (a holiday period during early spring at American universities and schools) originated in the 1930's, when Fort Lauderdale began welcoming college swim teams for training. In March 1961, over 50,000 young people vacationed in the city. By the '70s, rising prices and increasing consternation of locals began driving the party from Fort Lauderdale t...

A crystal of real signal snowflake This is the real image of nature, not the figment of our imagination. Today is the world's first artificial snowflake day. It  was Dr. Ukichiro Nakatani, a Japanese scientist who became successful in forming first artificial snowflake. He  not only made artificial snow, but also noted the famous saying "Snow is a letter sent from heaven".  Dr. Nakatani  is also known as the pioneer of snow crystals and the author of scientific essays. The shape of the snow crystal changes depending on the temperature and humidity, so observing the shape can tell you the weather above.  It is said that there are no identical snow crystals, but they are basically hexagonal.  Its shape is derived from the form of bonding of water molecules.

A resting grizzly bear cub in Lake Clark National Park, Cook Bay, Alaska Here's Snoozy, The Bear!  Like the snoring little grizzly bear in this picture, we guess you may feel tired after losing an hour of sleep before daylight saving time begins.  So, we give you a good reason to snore-today is a national siesta day.  This sleep-inducing day was created in 1999 by Boston University professor William Anthony and always happens on Mondays after the "leap forward."  "The idea is that even if it's just an hour less sleep, most of us need to sleep more." If this sentence describes you, then maybe it's time to try taking a nap.

Thorny Devil (Moloch horridus) in Watarrka National Park, Northern Territory The devil is out there to haunt you! Don’t let their appearance fool you – Thorny Devils are actually less prickly than you might think. In fact, the endemic creature’s spiky exterior (each of which is said to be similar in size to a rose thorn) actually helps them absorb water in their arid habitat. This can be obtained via dew that condenses on their body overnight or by brushing up against dew-heavy grass. This water then finds its way into the various grooves around the Thorny Devil’s body, and makes its way to the mouth via capillary action. If you want to see one of these beautifully strange wonders in action, spring is the perfect time, as the next few months are their most active. But don’t dawdle, because come summer they will take refuge in underground burrows before briefly returning for mating season. They will be going to become almost completely inactive in the peak of summer. Can...

“Celebrating Women Police” Haiti, Potoprus County Look at their smile! These women serving in UN-Stabilization Mission in Haiti. Today is International Women's Day.  It was enacted by the United Nations in 1975 to commemorate a demonstration for women's suffrage in New York on this day of 1904.  In Italy it is a day when women give each other mimosas ... Women has set their presence in every field of life. They bare every challenge with a smile on their faces. If you don't believe this, look at the woman in the labor room, bearing her child, suffering with pain but full of power and love.  Women's smiles are universal across different the world.

Tree frog on a flower, Lake Kissimmee, Florida, USA The charming prince?  Charming princess, rather.. Perched on the petals of a Nymphaea, on Lake Kissimmee in Florida, we thought this little frog quite interesting to watch.  In the United States, these little amphibians are celebrated during the month of the frog which pays homage to all the frogs in the world, which represents no less than 4,000 species!  Among the different kinds of frogs, this little tree frog is favored by most of us, no doubt because of its small size, funny face and the fact that it requires very little attention.  Some of the American gardens are populated by it and it is even the official reptile of Louisiana and Georgia!  A star frog, what.

"Crocus" Nagano, Komoro Spring is coming! Today is Keikei (baby or immature plant).  It is said that the signs of spring have come and the hibernating insects are crawling out.  It is the term of the spring season until the vernal equinox ... Crocus that blooms at this time is said to be "a flower that tells spring" in Europe, and the flower language "coveted" is attached when waiting for spring.  However, depending on the color, there is another flower language, and the purple crocus is accompanied by the word "regret of love".  Be careful when giving to your lover.

Divers at El Pit Cenote, located in Dos Ojos Natural Park, Quintana Roo, Mexico A different kind of dive The divers are descending the clear, turquoise waters of a cenote on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. A cenote is a sinkhole that’s created when the limestone bedrock collapses and exposes groundwater underneath, creating pools of fresh water that delight swimmers, and even cave divers. They’re diving in ‘El Pit’ Cenote, part of a flooded cave system near Tulum. It’s one of thousands of cenotes, documented on the Yucatán, and a popular spot for divers who come to swim through the brilliant sunbeams. (© Christia Vizl/Tandem Stills + Motio)

A puma in the Andes, Argentina This lone puma walks in the Andes of Argentina, and it may be looking for a companion who can cluster.  Here is one of the biggest cats of the world! A 'Cougar' in fact and of course without a hat... (Wondering why???) Today is March 2 and here we are celebrating Dr. Seuss Birthday who wrote remarkable books and made our childhood memorable with pretty pictures and invincible rhymes. His famous book "The Cat In The Hat", is a story about a silly cat who always falls for wrong charms, still warming the hearts of the children.  Let's take a moment, stop making movement and recall old times, all fun and sun shines...  Do tell about about your favorite work of Dr. Seuss.  (© Sebastian Kennerknecht / Minden Pictures)

Historic nursery land in Emerald Lake Park, Victoria Goodbye, Autumn! It's the start of the March when every brown and dark crevices of the nature begins to turn green. If you are a fan of a bright sky, lush green grass and clear blue water, then its time to get excited as we are going to welcome the first day of SPRING with open arms and warms hugs! (If only we could physically embrace it). Its the time of year when the nature takes a three sixty turn and exhibit its beautiful colors. T here’s no better place to witness that change than here in Emerald Lake Park.   The area of the popular park we’re spotlighting today was originally part of the historic Nobelius Nursery, which started during the 1880s by Carl Axel Nobelius. Because the ground was rich in soil, agricultural and horticultural growth was plentiful (particularly with fruit trees), allowing Nobelius to have 23 employees by 1899. Today, the ‘Nobelius Heritage Park’ manages to preserve a number of histori...

Cumberland's Coastal Forest, Georgia, USA  Cumberland Island, Georgia, USA is rich in natural resources. Here you can find miles of unspoiled beaches, marine forests, and the remains of early island residents.  In the 1880s, Thomas Carnegie, the younger brother of steel king Andrew Carnegie, built the Dungeness mansion on the island, but now only ruins remain.  On Cumberland, you can also see herds of wild horses grazing near the ruins, the picture is very peaceful. (© Chris Moore / Tandem Stills + Motion)

Stubben Alberg, Austria This historic ski resort is Stubben Alberg, and the view of the village may be similar to what you imagine when reading "Historic Alpine Village".  Near the Alberg pass, this Austrian village is a must for ski enthusiasts.  This is also the birthplace of ski instructor Schneider, whose methods and skills spread throughout the world in the 20th century.

A female Cardinal  (© Matthew Studebaker / Minden Pictures)

"Stoneman Bridge over the Merced River" California, USA The valley of Yosemite National Park in California, USA has eight arch bridges built in the early 20th century.  The Stoneman Bridge on the Merced River is one of them… Stoneman Bridge is one of three bridges spanning the Merced River.  A spectacular view point overlooking the granite dome called "Half Dome", which can be said to be the symbol of Yosemite Park. (© Ron_Thomas / E + / Getty Image)

Aerial of Dugi Otok island in Croatia It is also called Croatia's 'Long Island', Dugi Otok is indeed worthy of the nickname: At 27 miles long and three miles wide, it's one of the largest islands in the Adriatic Sea . Part of the serrated group of archipelagos off the Dalmatian coast, Dugi Otok is home to a number of small towns in the east and a scenic nature park, Telašćica , in the south. Our view here captures the contrast between the jade waters of Mir salt lake on the left and the sparkling cobalt blue of the Adriatic Sea on the right. ( © Amazing Aerial/offset)